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Bentley Arnage

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 6,750 cc

X78 GCRMOT history

X78 GCR is a black petrol Bentley Arnage first used on 12 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 50,218 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

X78 GCR black Bentley Arnage – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Bentley Arnage, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jan 2027
Mileage
50,218 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,444 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X78 GCR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Bentley
Model
Arnage
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
6,750 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
12 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X78 GCR was last recorded at 50,218 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 77 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Aug 2018: 48,656 miles, lower than 48,956 miles on 2 Aug 2018.

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
50,141 miles · 20 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
77 miles
Average per year
1,444 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 50,218 miles
  • 2024 – 50,141 miles
  • 2023 – 50,038 miles
  • 2022 – 49,870 miles
  • 2021 – 49,731 miles
  • 2020 – 49,640 miles
  • 2019 – 49,433 miles
  • 2018 – 48,656 miles
  • 2017 – 48,619 miles
  • 2016 – 48,390 miles
  • 2015 – 46,907 miles
  • 2014 – 46,321 miles
  • 2013 – 45,742 miles
  • 2012 – 43,070 miles
  • 2011 – 37,799 miles
  • 2010 – 31,046 miles
  • 2009 – 28,334 miles
  • 2008 – 24,288 miles
  • 2007 – 23,012 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,218 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)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm - perishing/cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm - perishing/cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • N/s/r and o/s/r suspension hoses damp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 20 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,218 miles (+77)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    50,218 miles
    Test number
    857572518187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass50,141 miles (+103)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    50,141 miles
    Test number
    805324986656
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Pass50,038 miles (+168)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    50,038 miles
    Test number
    219996582023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass49,870 miles (+139)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    49,870 miles
    Test number
    414265899558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass49,731 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    49,731 miles
    Test number
    423726167402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail49,731 miles (+91)4 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,731 miles
    Test number
    948783038822
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2554019 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2754019 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2554019 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2754019 (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  7. Pass49,640 miles (+207)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    49,640 miles
    Test number
    483520404604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass49,433 miles (+777)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    49,433 miles
    Test number
    674567294310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass48,656 miles (-300)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    48,656 miles
    Test number
    244211231886
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm - perishing/cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm - perishing/cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r and o/s/r suspension hoses damp
  10. Fail48,956 miles (+337)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,956 miles
    Test number
    535953409043
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm - perishing/cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm - perishing/cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r and o/s/r suspension hoses damp
    • AdvisoryPark brake efficiency only just met - 17%
  11. Pass48,619 miles (+229)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    48,619 miles
    Test number
    836785564699
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)
  12. Pass48,390 miles (+1,111)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    48,390 miles
    Test number
    113587013863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    47,279 miles
    Test number
    911453355820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail47,279 miles (+372)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,279 miles
    Test number
    372128224663
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  15. Pass46,907 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    46,907 miles
    Test number
    749009045093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail46,905 miles (+584)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,905 miles
    Test number
    537938945027
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth sides front tyres worn on edge
  17. Pass46,321 miles (+579)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    46,321 miles
    Test number
    948322364160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)
  18. Pass45,742 miles (+2,672)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    45,742 miles
    Test number
    439245133161
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front and offside tyres wearing on inner edge
  19. Pass43,070 miles (+5,271)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    43,070 miles
    Test number
    117542942126
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteSlight dampness around offside steering rack boot
  20. Pass37,799 miles (+6,753)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    37,799 miles
    Test number
    399880181041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,046 miles (+2,712)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    31,046 miles
    Test number
    614374460056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,334 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    28,334 miles
    Test number
    172244389415
    • NoteUpper level stop lights have one inoperative
  23. Fail28,334 miles (+4,046)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,334 miles
    Test number
    301354589055
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteUpper level stop lights have one inoperative
  24. Pass24,288 miles (+1,276)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    24,288 miles
    Test number
    154311798487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass23,012 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    23,012 miles
    Test number
    301307787097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail23,010 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,010 miles
    Test number
    843419377013
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about X78 GCR

Does X78 GCR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X78 GCR is valid until 19 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on X78 GCR?
The MOT on X78 GCR is valid until 19 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X78 GCR done?
X78 GCR was recorded at 50,218 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 1,444 miles a year.
Has X78 GCR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X78 GCR has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on X78 GCR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Aug 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X78 GCR find?
X78 GCR passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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