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Bentley Brooklands

Blue · Petrol · 1996 · 6,750 cc

VRL 326MOT history

VRL 326 is a blue petrol Bentley Brooklands first used on 30 Dec 1996. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 29,734 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jun 2027
Mileage
29,734 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,002 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
VRL 326
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Bentley
Model
Brooklands
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
6,750 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
30 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

VRL 326 was last recorded at 29,734 miles on 12 May 2026, 666 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
29,068 miles · 2 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
666 miles
Average per year
1,002 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 29,734 miles
  • 2025 – 29,068 miles
  • 2024 – 28,273 miles
  • 2018 – 27,826 miles
  • 2017 – 26,362 miles
  • 2016 – 24,207 miles
  • 2015 – 23,098 miles
  • 2014 – 21,227 miles
  • 2013 – 19,332 miles
  • 2012 – 17,993 miles
  • 2011 – 16,329 miles
  • 2010 – 14,280 miles
  • 2009 – 12,151 miles
  • 2008 – 9,768 miles
  • 2007 – 9,763 miles
  • 2006 – 9,739 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass29,734 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

21 tests since 25 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass29,734 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    29,734 miles
    Test number
    184297791868
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail29,734 miles (+666)1 major2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,734 miles
    Test number
    625917912176
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass29,068 miles (+795)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    29,068 miles
    Test number
    783526353909
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight trace of oil on o/s/f shocker

  4. Pass28,273 miles (+447)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    28,273 miles
    Test number
    691708938991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass27,826 miles (+1,464)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    27,826 miles
    Test number
    460553452820
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass26,362 miles (+2,155)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    26,362 miles
    Test number
    564126406981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass24,207 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    24,207 miles
    Test number
    530632027389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail24,207 miles (+1,109)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,207 miles
    Test number
    269281788746
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  9. Pass23,098 miles (+1,871)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    23,098 miles
    Test number
    145175025134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass21,227 miles (+1,895)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2015
    Odometer
    21,227 miles
    Test number
    638351344155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass19,332 miles (+1,339)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2014
    Odometer
    19,332 miles
    Test number
    196906633184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass17,993 miles (+1,664)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    17,993 miles
    Test number
    946419432178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass16,329 miles (+2,049)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    16,329 miles
    Test number
    676098731113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass14,280 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    14,280 miles
    Test number
    990588430156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail14,265 miles1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,265 miles
    Test number
    640661530177
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tyre treads cracked and starting to perish
    • NoteOffside wiper blade worn

  16. Fail14,265 miles (+2,114)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,265 miles
    Test number
    300670530121
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tyre treads cracked and starting to perish
    • NoteOffside wiper blade worn

  17. Pass12,151 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    12,151 miles
    Test number
    670256949125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail12,151 miles (+2,383)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,151 miles
    Test number
    414990849112
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass9,768 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2009
    Odometer
    9,768 miles
    Test number
    264178328476
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass9,763 miles (+24)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    9,763 miles
    Test number
    122559827197
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteSlight movement in nearside of of rack

  21. Pass9,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    9,739 miles
    Test number
    364235846131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about VRL 326

What vehicle is registration VRL 326 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show VRL 326 on a blue petrol Bentley Brooklands first used on 30 Dec 1996. 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 VRL 326 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on VRL 326 is valid until 10 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on VRL 326?
The MOT on VRL 326 is valid until 10 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has VRL 326 done?
VRL 326 was recorded at 29,734 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 1,002 miles a year.
Has VRL 326 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. VRL 326 has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2026.
Has the mileage on VRL 326 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 VRL 326 find?
VRL 326 passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play, and 3 more.

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