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Black · Petrol · 1927 · 2,996 cc

NF 1870MOT history

NF 1870 is a black petrol Bentley first used on 13 Jan 1927. Its MOT expired on 25 Aug 2023 and it has passed 5 of 8 MOT tests, with 75,052 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Aug 2023
Mileage
75,052 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2022
MOT tests
8
5 passed · 3 failed
Per year
58 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
NF 1870
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Bentley
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1927
First used
13 Jan 1927
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

NF 1870 was last recorded at 75,052 miles on 26 Aug 2022, 304 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2012.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,748 miles · 26 Jul 2012
Between the last two tests
304 miles
Average per year
58 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 75,052 miles
  • 2012 – 74,748 miles
  • 2011 – 74,692 miles
  • 2009 – 74,547 miles
  • 2008 – 74,354 miles
  • 2006 – 74,116 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,052 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

8 tests since 10 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,052 miles (+304)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    75,052 miles
    Test number
    856193377816
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  2. Fail74,748 miles (+56)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,748 miles
    Test number
    446688602224
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • NoteRear diff casing cracked
    • NoteVarious oil leaks
  3. Pass74,692 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    74,692 miles
    Test number
    396464351195
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
  4. Fail74,692 miles (+145)3 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,692 miles
    Test number
    555194351152
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake rod locking device missing (3.5.1l)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
  5. Pass74,547 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    74,547 miles
    Test number
    452315439408
    • AdvisoryFront Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteNo locking devices on rear and NS front shock absorber mounts
    • NoteOil leaks
  6. Fail74,547 miles (+193)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,547 miles
    Test number
    513165539389
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn linkage (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteNo locking devices on rear and NS front shock absorber mounts
    • NoteOil leaks
  7. Pass74,354 miles (+238)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    74,354 miles
    Test number
    722224638291
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteRear tyres perished (remoulds)
  8. Pass74,116 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    74,116 miles
    Test number
    562601896120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about NF 1870

What vehicle is registration NF 1870 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show NF 1870 on a black petrol Bentley first used on 13 Jan 1927. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does NF 1870 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on NF 1870 expired on 25 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on NF 1870?
The MOT on NF 1870 expired on 25 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has NF 1870 done?
NF 1870 was recorded at 75,052 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2022, an average of 58 miles a year.
Has NF 1870 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. NF 1870 has failed 3 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2012.
Has the mileage on NF 1870 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 NF 1870 find?
NF 1870 passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2022 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel.

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