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Bentley T Series

Grey · Petrol · 1975 · 6,750 cc

SV 2020MOT history

SV 2020 is a grey petrol Bentley T Series first used on 1 Apr 1975. Its MOT is valid until 20 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 14,893 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Nov 2026
Mileage
14,893 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
424 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SV 2020
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Bentley
Model
T Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
6,750 cc
Year of manufacture
1975
First used
1 Apr 1975
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

SV 2020 was last recorded at 14,893 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Dec 2007: 7,231 miles, lower than 7,251 miles on 6 Nov 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
14,882 miles · 1 May 2025
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
424 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 14,893 miles
  • 2024 – 14,482 miles
  • 2023 – 13,991 miles
  • 2022 – 13,716 miles
  • 2021 – 13,353 miles
  • 2019 – 12,670 miles
  • 2018 – 11,900 miles
  • 2017 – 11,493 miles
  • 2016 – 10,566 miles
  • 2015 – 9,148 miles
  • 2014 – 8,847 miles
  • 2012 – 7,995 miles
  • 2011 – 7,894 miles
  • 2007 – 7,231 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass14,893 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both rear (5.1.3 (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn control arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass14,893 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    14,893 miles
    Test number
    532280679369
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail14,882 miles (+400)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,882 miles
    Test number
    211490291216
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspension turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspension turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust clamps loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  3. Pass14,482 miles (+491)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    14,482 miles
    Test number
    862682570635
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass13,991 miles (+275)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    13,991 miles
    Test number
    465863468051
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass13,716 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2023
    Odometer
    13,716 miles
    Test number
    342739612456
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel.

  6. Fail13,715 miles (+362)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,715 miles
    Test number
    519510423420
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass13,353 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    13,353 miles
    Test number
    164987897612
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (strut turret) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (both) (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail13,351 miles (+681)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,351 miles
    Test number
    458553628127
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ( both rear ) (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant warning light on

  9. Pass12,670 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    12,670 miles
    Test number
    546162074782
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Fail12,629 miles (+729)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,629 miles
    Test number
    295857643843
    • DangerousFuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  11. Pass11,900 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    11,900 miles
    Test number
    640961147695
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust corroded and starting to blow
    • AdvisoryFuel hoses at fuel pump cracked and perished(underneath car)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryOil leaks from engine area

  12. Fail11,899 miles (+406)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,899 miles
    Test number
    674927731352
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust corroded and starting to blow
    • AdvisoryFuel hoses at fuel pump cracked and perished(underneath car)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryOil leaks from engine area

  13. Pass11,493 miles (+927)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    11,493 miles
    Test number
    118714414058
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass10,566 miles (+1,418)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    10,566 miles
    Test number
    844979286702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass9,148 miles (+301)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    9,148 miles
    Test number
    149375805190
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteO/S/FRONT N/S/FRONT N/S/REAR TYRE SIDE WALL STARTING TO CRACK
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass8,847 miles (+852)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    8,847 miles
    Test number
    376191704103
    • NoteN/s/f o/s/f and n/s/r tyres cracking
    • NoteOil leak from engine area

  17. Pass7,995 miles (+101)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    7,995 miles
    Test number
    335241252223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass7,894 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    7,894 miles
    Test number
    517710721249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail7,889 miles (+658)2 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,889 miles
    Test number
    949826691154
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l)
    • FailureParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass7,231 miles (-20)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    7,231 miles
    Test number
    230904247333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail7,251 miles5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,251 miles
    Test number
    923230517369
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about SV 2020

What vehicle is registration SV 2020 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SV 2020 on a grey petrol Bentley T Series first used on 1 Apr 1975. 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 SV 2020 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on SV 2020 is valid until 20 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on SV 2020?
The MOT on SV 2020 is valid until 20 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has SV 2020 done?
SV 2020 was recorded at 14,893 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 424 miles a year.
Has SV 2020 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SV 2020 has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2025.
Has the mileage on SV 2020 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Dec 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on SV 2020 find?
SV 2020 passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; wheel bearing has slight play both rear.

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