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Bentley Arnage

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 6,750 cc

V8 BYBMOT history

V8 BYB is a black petrol Bentley Arnage first used on 1 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 82,188 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

V8 BYB black Bentley Arnage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 May 2027
Mileage
82,188 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,034 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 BYB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Bentley
Model
Arnage
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
6,750 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 BYB was last recorded at 82,188 miles on 21 May 2026, 34 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,154 miles · 18 May 2026
Between the last two tests
34 miles
Average per year
3,034 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,188 miles
  • 2025 – 81,024 miles
  • 2024 – 80,421 miles
  • 2023 – 78,921 miles
  • 2022 – 77,555 miles
  • 2021 – 72,418 miles
  • 2020 – 66,360 miles
  • 2018 – 66,109 miles
  • 2017 – 65,065 miles
  • 2016 – 62,299 miles
  • 2014 – 58,699 miles
  • 2013 – 54,378 miles
  • 2012 – 50,297 miles
  • 2011 – 46,171 miles
  • 2010 – 41,786 miles
  • 2009 – 37,807 miles
  • 2008 – 31,559 miles
  • 2007 – 25,547 miles
  • 2006 – 22,526 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,188 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

24 tests since 20 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,188 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    82,188 miles
    Test number
    853602182733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail82,154 miles (+1,130)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,154 miles
    Test number
    665934076264
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Coolant Leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  3. Pass81,024 miles (+603)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    81,024 miles
    Test number
    989145265438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass80,421 miles (+1,500)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    80,421 miles
    Test number
    326256279721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass78,921 miles (+1,366)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    78,921 miles
    Test number
    617379599752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass77,555 miles (+5,137)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    77,555 miles
    Test number
    810746919500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass72,418 miles (+6,058)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    72,418 miles
    Test number
    923129236272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass66,360 miles (+251)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    66,360 miles
    Test number
    955054782001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass66,109 miles (+1,044)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    66,109 miles
    Test number
    609357755971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass65,065 miles (+2,766)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    65,065 miles
    Test number
    230333875154
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre starting to wear on edges
  11. Pass62,299 miles (+3,600)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    62,299 miles
    Test number
    874399321521
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass58,699 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    58,699 miles
    Test number
    547673094218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail58,697 miles (+4,319)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,697 miles
    Test number
    209178084272
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass54,378 miles (+4,081)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    54,378 miles
    Test number
    106076013381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,297 miles (+4,126)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    50,297 miles
    Test number
    626062312330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass46,171 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    46,171 miles
    Test number
    836079911367
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Fail46,171 miles (+4,385)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,171 miles
    Test number
    866589111313
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass41,786 miles (+3,979)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    41,786 miles
    Test number
    173955500313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,807 miles (+6,248)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    37,807 miles
    Test number
    912186109328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,559 miles (+10)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    31,559 miles
    Test number
    130756918385
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteHard lines at ends of all brake flexi's corroding
    • NoteO/s/r suspension hydraulic hose damp with oil
  21. Fail31,549 miles (+6,002)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,549 miles
    Test number
    410462318357
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteHard lines at ends of all brake flexi's corroding
    • NoteO/s/r suspension hydraulic hose damp with oil
    • NoteSmall split in end of n/s/f wiper
  22. Pass25,547 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    25,547 miles
    Test number
    770624627133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail25,542 miles (+3,016)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,542 miles
    Test number
    572643027189
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
  24. Pass22,526 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    22,526 miles
    Test number
    123203466254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V8 BYB

Does V8 BYB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V8 BYB is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V8 BYB?
The MOT on V8 BYB is valid until 20 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V8 BYB done?
V8 BYB was recorded at 82,188 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 3,034 miles a year.
Has V8 BYB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 BYB has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2026.
Has the mileage on V8 BYB 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 V8 BYB find?
V8 BYB passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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