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Bentley Arnage

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 4,398 cc

T489 DGPMOT history

T489 DGP is a blue petrol Bentley Arnage first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Dec 2024 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 83,164 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Dec 2024
Mileage
83,164 mi
At MOT on 6 Jun 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,967 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T489 DGP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Bentley
Model
Arnage
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Jun 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T489 DGP was last recorded at 83,164 miles on 6 Jun 2025, 1,381 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,783 miles · 15 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
1,381 miles
Average per year
2,967 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 83,164 miles
  • 2023 – 81,783 miles
  • 2022 – 80,344 miles
  • 2021 – 79,664 miles
  • 2020 – 78,224 miles
  • 2019 – 76,924 miles
  • 2018 – 75,354 miles
  • 2017 – 73,329 miles
  • 2016 – 70,449 miles
  • 2015 – 67,347 miles
  • 2014 – 63,427 miles
  • 2013 – 59,299 miles
  • 2012 – 55,980 miles
  • 2011 – 48,859 miles
  • 2010 – 43,837 miles
  • 2009 – 40,519 miles
  • 2008 – 31,564 miles
  • 2007 – 29,012 miles
  • 2006 – 26,505 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail83,164 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated shock (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated shock (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear fluid suspension pipes
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seal is deteriorated but still sealing

What MOT failures 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 Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear Differential leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail83,164 miles (+1,381)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,164 miles
    Test number
    906396012206
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated shock (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated shock (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear fluid suspension pipes
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal is deteriorated but still sealing

  2. Pass81,783 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    81,783 miles
    Test number
    418495026186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear Differential leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail81,783 miles (+1,439)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,783 miles
    Test number
    762669763442
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear Differential leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass80,344 miles (+680)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    80,344 miles
    Test number
    929156931799
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass79,664 miles (+1,440)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    79,664 miles
    Test number
    417144512856
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass78,224 miles (+1,300)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    78,224 miles
    Test number
    715303296963
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (both sides) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion to rear chassis,and suspension components.
    • AdvisoryRear suspension pipes corroded.

  7. Pass76,924 miles (+1,570)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    76,924 miles
    Test number
    513316749610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass75,354 miles (+2,025)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    75,354 miles
    Test number
    673103503752
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass73,329 miles (+2,880)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    73,329 miles
    Test number
    104004375271
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass70,449 miles (+3,102)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    70,449 miles
    Test number
    432022742279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres cracking between tred
    • AdvisoryFuel lines rusting

  11. Pass67,347 miles (+391)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    67,347 miles
    Test number
    629299027936
    • AdvisoryNearside all tyres perishing slightly on treaded area
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded

  12. Fail66,956 miles (+3,529)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,956 miles
    Test number
    960459318339
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres are perishing slightly in gaps between tread areas
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes are corroded slightly
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes are corroded slightly

  13. Pass63,427 miles (+4,128)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    63,427 miles
    Test number
    645629734309
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteVarious body, suspension, brake and fuel components are corroded slightly underneath vehicle

  14. Pass59,299 miles (+75)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    59,299 miles
    Test number
    279795843365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail59,224 miles (+762)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,224 miles
    Test number
    707459433367
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

  16. Pass58,462 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    58,462 miles
    Test number
    865850553016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Fail58,462 miles (+2,482)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,462 miles
    Test number
    549258733075
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass55,980 miles (+7,121)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    55,980 miles
    Test number
    989304442016
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass48,859 miles (+5,022)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    48,859 miles
    Test number
    947035121042
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass43,837 miles (+3,318)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    43,837 miles
    Test number
    830406150014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,519 miles (+8,955)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    40,519 miles
    Test number
    942145009149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,564 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    31,564 miles
    Test number
    754141608150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail31,564 miles (+2,552)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,564 miles
    Test number
    681159498072
    • FailureOffside Front Fluid suspension levelling valve leaking (2.4.D.2)

  24. Pass29,012 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2008
    Odometer
    29,012 miles
    Test number
    732246217129
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  25. Fail29,002 miles (+2,497)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,002 miles
    Test number
    524365517114
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass26,505 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    26,505 miles
    Test number
    300953126195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T489 DGP

Does T489 DGP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T489 DGP expired on 20 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T489 DGP?
The MOT on T489 DGP expired on 20 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T489 DGP done?
T489 DGP was recorded at 83,164 miles at its MOT on 6 Jun 2025, an average of 2,967 miles a year.
Has T489 DGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T489 DGP has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T489 DGP 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 T489 DGP find?
T489 DGP failed its latest MOT on 6 Jun 2025 with 3 major defects, 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; offside front coil spring insecure; supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault, and 8 more.

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