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EGR 515

1955 Bentley R Type

Black Petrol 4566cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,943 mi
Last recorded49,943 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1955 Bentley R Type52,590 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEGR 515
MakeBentley
ModelR Type
Year1955
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,566cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 27 May 2026 49,943 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 49,118 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 48,546 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 47,692 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 47,169 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 45,836 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 45,478 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 44,908 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 43,750 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 42,858 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 42,144 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 40,746 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 39,277 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 37,222 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 36,019 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 35,183 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 33,909 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 32,857 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 31,734 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 30,811 miles

How Reliable is the Bentley R Type?

Based on 987 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
616
Miles/Year
74
Year Lifespan
137
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 28
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 9
Stop lamp not working 8
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 8
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 8
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EGR 515 is a 1955 Bentley R Type in Black with a 4,566cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1955 Bentley R Type models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.3% with a typical mileage of 52,590 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bentley R Type fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EGR 515, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley R Type typically stays on UK roads for around 74 years. At 71 years old, this Bentley R Type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EGR 515 registered?

EGR 515 is a 1955 Bentley R Type, first registered on 2 March 1955.

Is EGR 515 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EGR 515 shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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