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DSU 459

1962 Bentley S2

Green Petrol 6230cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2015
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

55,733 mi
Last recorded55,733 miles
Recorded on29 May 2014
Typical for 1962 Bentley S249,984 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSU 459
MakeBentley
ModelS2
Year1962
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,230cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2014 55,733 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Oil leak

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Fail 9 Apr 2014 55,730 miles

Nearside Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jan 2013 55,081 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2013 55,081 miles

Offside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Fail 23 Nov 2011 53,190 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Nov 2011 53,190 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 49,998 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 49,971 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

play on o/s steering links

How Reliable is the Bentley S2?

Based on 1,066 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

84.9%
Pass Rate
365
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 35
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 24
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 21
brake recording little or no effort 21
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 20
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DSU 459 is a 1962 Bentley S2 in Green with a 6,230cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1962 Bentley S2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 49,984 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Bentley S2 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DSU 459, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley S2 typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 64 years old, this Bentley S2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DSU 459 registered?

DSU 459 is a 1962 Bentley S2, first registered on 23 January 1962.

Is DSU 459 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSU 459 shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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