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Bentley Hymer

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc

T59 SHLMOT history

T59 SHL is a white diesel Bentley Hymer first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 152,944 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jan 2027
Mileage
152,944 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2026
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,292 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T59 SHL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Bentley
Model
Hymer
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,874 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T59 SHL was last recorded at 152,944 miles on 5 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 May 2017: 137,851 miles, lower than 137,867 miles on 29 May 2017.
  • 8 Apr 2022: 129,477 miles, lower than 146,590 miles on 15 Mar 2021.

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
152,944 miles · 10 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,292 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,944 miles
  • 2025 – 152,944 miles
  • 2024 – 151,616 miles
  • 2023 – 150,371 miles
  • 2022 – 129,480 miles
  • 2021 – 146,590 miles
  • 2019 – 140,205 miles
  • 2018 – 139,767 miles
  • 2017 – 137,851 miles
  • 2016 – 136,750 miles
  • 2015 – 133,972 miles
  • 2014 – 129,230 miles
  • 2013 – 120,788 miles
  • 2012 – 115,431 miles
  • 2010 – 98,439 miles
  • 2009 – 88,308 miles
  • 2008 – 82,118 miles
  • 2007 – 74,941 miles
  • 2006 – 67,180 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,944 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryUnderside paint protected

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Some components on underside of vehicle corroded but not seriously weakend

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Underside of vehicle and all welding repairs quoted in thick underseal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 11 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,944 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    152,944 miles
    Test number
    670554123887
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside paint protected

  2. Fail152,944 miles (+1,328)17 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,944 miles
    Test number
    225958294961
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Seat Base holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Forward Spring Hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear Spring Hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Shock Mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Shock Mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Crossmember (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Gearbox Crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Forward Spring Hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear Spring Hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Shock Mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Above Bump stop (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass151,616 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    151,616 miles
    Test number
    126226039447
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySome components on underside of vehicle corroded but not seriously weakend
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle and all welding repairs quoted in thick underseal

  4. Fail151,614 miles (+1,243)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,614 miles
    Test number
    966688671070
    • MajorBody has an unsafe modification hole in nearside rear chassis leg (6.2.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Body has an unsafe modification hole in chassis leg (6.2.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySome components on underside of vehicle corroded but not seriously weakend
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle and all welding repairs quoted in thick underseal

  5. Pass150,371 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    150,371 miles
    Test number
    699638007024
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySome components on underside of vehicle corroded but not seriosuly weakend

  6. FailMileage not read3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    174766113248
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush x2 (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play x2 (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass129,480 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    129,480 miles
    Test number
    524749786914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail129,477 miles (-17,113)1 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,477 miles
    Test number
    482122193550
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

  9. Pass146,590 miles (+6,385)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    146,590 miles
    Test number
    634229917674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass140,205 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    140,205 miles
    Test number
    477392749589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail140,205 miles (+2)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,205 miles
    Test number
    271879062022
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Fail140,203 miles (+436)12 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,203 miles
    Test number
    539780441302
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength back panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength back panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake cable fouling wiring at fuel tank

  13. Pass139,767 miles (+1,916)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    139,767 miles
    Test number
    716793255542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass137,851 miles (-16)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    137,851 miles
    Test number
    625034307901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail137,867 miles (+16)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,867 miles
    Test number
    973110557956
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  16. Fail137,851 miles (+1,101)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,851 miles
    Test number
    404967770839
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Radius arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass136,750 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    136,750 miles
    Test number
    710934076012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shocker weak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shocker weak

  18. FailMileage not read8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    320602410909
    • FailureCentre Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front inner chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front outer chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shocker mount (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded back pannel (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shocker weak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shocker weak

  19. Pass133,972 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2016
    Odometer
    133,972 miles
    Test number
    285170125452
    • NoteNear side rear shocker soft
    • NoteOff side rear shocker soft

  20. Fail133,972 miles (+4,742)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,972 miles
    Test number
    426034015195
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Towbar component excessively corroded (6.6.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNear side rear shocker soft
    • NoteOff side rear shocker soft

  21. Pass129,230 miles (+8,442)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2015
    Odometer
    129,230 miles
    Test number
    148953724191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass120,788 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    120,788 miles
    Test number
    169475833022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail120,781 miles (+5,350)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,781 miles
    Test number
    805292133058
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass115,431 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    115,431 miles
    Test number
    769414222003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail115,431 miles3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,431 miles
    Test number
    826124322075
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is severely distorted (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the chassis (2.4.A.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass107,206 km4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    107,206 km
    Test number
    138204431479
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  27. Pass98,439 miles (+10,131)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    98,439 miles
    Test number
    974789930015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass88,308 miles (+6,190)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    88,308 miles
    Test number
    190109619457
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside rear ol leak at brake back plate.

  29. Pass82,118 miles (+7,177)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    82,118 miles
    Test number
    300345138090
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  30. Pass74,941 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    74,941 miles
    Test number
    152502717068
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  31. Fail74,941 miles (+7,761)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,941 miles
    Test number
    624382717053
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  32. Pass67,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    67,180 miles
    Test number
    960356816011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail67,180 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,180 miles
    Test number
    834721416057
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about T59 SHL

Does T59 SHL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T59 SHL is valid until 4 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T59 SHL?
The MOT on T59 SHL is valid until 4 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T59 SHL done?
T59 SHL was recorded at 152,944 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2026, an average of 4,292 miles a year.
Has T59 SHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T59 SHL has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T59 SHL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 30 May 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T59 SHL find?
T59 SHL passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; underside paint protected.

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