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Bentley Arnage

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 4,398 cc

T53 KBYMOT history

T53 KBY is a silver petrol Bentley Arnage first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 79,130 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 May 2027
Mileage
79,130 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,917 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T53 KBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Bentley
Model
Arnage
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T53 KBY was last recorded at 79,130 miles on 6 May 2026, 822 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Feb 2012: 70,963 miles, lower than 73,642 miles on 19 Jan 2012.

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
78,308 miles · 26 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
822 miles
Average per year
2,917 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,130 miles
  • 2025 – 78,308 miles
  • 2024 – 77,938 miles
  • 2021 – 77,002 miles
  • 2018 – 77,001 miles
  • 2017 – 76,991 miles
  • 2016 – 76,420 miles
  • 2014 – 73,234 miles
  • 2013 – 72,162 miles
  • 2012 – 70,963 miles
  • 2011 – 68,808 miles
  • 2010 – 63,643 miles
  • 2009 – 56,079 miles
  • 2008 – 35,891 miles
  • 2007 – 34,821 miles
  • 2006 – 20,275 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,130 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,130 miles (+822)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2027
    Odometer
    79,130 miles
    Test number
    647839110355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass78,308 miles (+370)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    78,308 miles
    Test number
    563942916889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass77,938 miles (+936)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    77,938 miles
    Test number
    462694543238
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass77,002 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2022
    Odometer
    77,002 miles
    Test number
    487905410594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail77,002 miles (+1)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,002 miles
    Test number
    855219826538
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high nearside and offside (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass77,001 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    77,001 miles
    Test number
    570180720925
    • AdvisoryFront tyres edges slight wear

  7. Pass76,991 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    76,991 miles
    Test number
    862516198666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail76,991 miles (+571)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,991 miles
    Test number
    580505231557
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)
    • FailureStop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  9. Pass76,420 miles (+3,186)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    76,420 miles
    Test number
    683731223115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass73,234 miles (+302)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    73,234 miles
    Test number
    359705244384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass72,932 miles (+770)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    72,932 miles
    Test number
    717929124017
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteEngine check light on

  12. Pass72,162 miles (+1,199)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    72,162 miles
    Test number
    309914523020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,963 miles (-2,679)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    70,963 miles
    Test number
    918252132087
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine management light illuminated

  14. Fail73,642 miles (+4,834)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,642 miles
    Test number
    915709712029
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine management light illuminated

  15. Pass68,808 miles (+5,165)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    68,808 miles
    Test number
    208598801038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass63,643 miles (+7,564)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    63,643 miles
    Test number
    123057500427
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  17. Pass56,079 miles (+20,188)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    56,079 miles
    Test number
    113624559130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,891 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    35,891 miles
    Test number
    912690178113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail35,890 miles (+1,069)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,890 miles
    Test number
    984309368147
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)

  20. Pass34,821 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    34,821 miles
    Test number
    151652477037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail34,773 miles (+14,498)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,773 miles
    Test number
    851924467008
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass20,275 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    20,275 miles
    Test number
    332711966073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T53 KBY

Does T53 KBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T53 KBY is valid until 5 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T53 KBY?
The MOT on T53 KBY is valid until 5 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T53 KBY done?
T53 KBY was recorded at 79,130 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 2,917 miles a year.
Has T53 KBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T53 KBY has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2021.
Has the mileage on T53 KBY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Feb 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T53 KBY find?
T53 KBY passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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