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Bentley Turbo

Black · Petrol · 1993 · 6,750 cc

L31 HYPMOT history

L31 HYP is a black petrol Bentley Turbo first used on 20 Aug 1993. Its MOT expired on 1 May 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 40,861 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 1 May 2026
Mileage
40,861 mi
At MOT on 2 May 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
875 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L31 HYP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Bentley
Model
Turbo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
6,750 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
20 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 May 2026
Latest MOT test
2 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L31 HYP was last recorded at 40,861 miles on 2 May 2025, 159 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
40,702 miles · 15 May 2023
Between the last two tests
159 miles
Average per year
875 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 40,861 miles
  • 2023 – 40,702 miles
  • 2022 – 40,405 miles
  • 2021 – 39,751 miles
  • 2020 – 38,372 miles
  • 2019 – 35,501 miles
  • 2018 – 35,490 miles
  • 2017 – 35,404 miles
  • 2016 – 35,272 miles
  • 2015 – 33,734 miles
  • 2014 – 33,632 miles
  • 2012 – 33,099 miles
  • 2011 – 30,014 miles
  • 2010 – 26,739 miles
  • 2009 – 24,065 miles
  • 2008 – 23,951 miles
  • 2007 – 23,816 miles
  • 2006 – 23,703 miles
  • 2005 – 23,545 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass40,861 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

26 tests since 19 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass40,861 miles (+159)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    40,861 miles
    Test number
    641132500620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass40,702 miles (+297)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2024
    Odometer
    40,702 miles
    Test number
    670857466984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass40,405 miles (+654)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2023
    Odometer
    40,405 miles
    Test number
    276032204541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass39,751 miles (+1,379)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2022
    Odometer
    39,751 miles
    Test number
    556256701403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass38,372 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    38,372 miles
    Test number
    392705496892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail38,372 miles (+2,871)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,372 miles
    Test number
    346267365132
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass35,501 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    35,501 miles
    Test number
    881455824397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass35,490 miles (+86)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    35,490 miles
    Test number
    880712741602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail35,404 miles (+132)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,404 miles
    Test number
    866307719320
    • FailureDriver's airbag missing (5.4.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  10. Pass35,272 miles (+1,538)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    35,272 miles
    Test number
    122812995474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass33,734 miles (+102)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    33,734 miles
    Test number
    215745875000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail33,632 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,632 miles
    Test number
    309365134020
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass33,632 miles (+533)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    33,632 miles
    Test number
    447345834091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass33,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    33,099 miles
    Test number
    388728542445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail33,099 miles (+135)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,099 miles
    Test number
    287937742214
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass32,964 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    32,964 miles
    Test number
    328637932007
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail32,964 miles (+2,950)9 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,964 miles
    Test number
    177380832010
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront tyres perishing and wearing thin on edges

  18. Pass30,014 miles (+3,275)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    30,014 miles
    Test number
    846348821011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,739 miles (+2,674)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    26,739 miles
    Test number
    460154630090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,065 miles (+114)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    24,065 miles
    Test number
    124960259080
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass23,951 miles (+6)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    23,951 miles
    Test number
    570904308293
    • NoteSpare tyre is in poor condition.
    • NoteSurface corrosion on power steering pipes noticed.

  22. Fail23,945 miles (+129)2 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,945 miles
    Test number
    830403308254
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNearside rear park brake pad breaking up one edges.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is perrishing.
    • NoteSpare tyre is in poor condition.
    • NoteSurface corrosion on power steering pipes noticed.
    • NoteSuspect air in brakes hydraulic system.

  23. Pass23,816 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    23,816 miles
    Test number
    852238507297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail23,816 miles (+113)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,816 miles
    Test number
    643458707237
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteThe auto park brake release is inoperative.
    • NoteThe power steering metal high pressure pipes to the rack are showing some corrosion.

  25. Pass23,703 miles (+158)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    23,703 miles
    Test number
    390412116418
    • NoteService brakes found grabbing on road test

  26. Pass23,545 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    23,545 miles
    Test number
    402310105268
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Questions about L31 HYP

Does L31 HYP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L31 HYP expired on 1 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L31 HYP?
The MOT on L31 HYP expired on 1 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L31 HYP done?
L31 HYP was recorded at 40,861 miles at its MOT on 2 May 2025, an average of 875 miles a year.
Has L31 HYP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L31 HYP has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on L31 HYP ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L31 HYP find?
L31 HYP passed its latest MOT on 2 May 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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