DAN50 - BENTLEY EIGHT
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The Bentley Eight, often referred to simply as the Bentley Eight, is a distinguished luxury vehicle that exemplifies the brand’s commitment to craftsmanship and performance. Manufactured by Bentley Motors Limited, a renowned British automaker with a rich heritage dating back to 1919, the Eight was introduced in the early 1990s as a flagship model. Known for its elegant design and powerful V8 engine, the Bentley Eight combines traditional British luxury with modern engineering. Its core features include a handcrafted interior, advanced suspension systems, and a reputation for smooth, refined driving. Produced during a period of significant technological advancement for Bentley, the Eight remains a symbol of the marque’s dedication to excellence and bespoke craftsmanship.
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 19 MOT tests
This Bentley Eight, registration DAN50, was manufactured in 1991 and first registered in August 1991. It has a green exterior and a 6.75-litre petrol engine. The vehicle's current mileage is 46,569 miles. The car's MOT expired in August 2019, with advisories including corrosion on the rear body structures, an oil leak, and deterioration of some headlamp surrounds. The vehicle is currently SORN and does not have a valid MOT. No information on CO2 emissions or tax status beyond SORN is available.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
19
Passed Tests
13
Failed Tests
6
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 17 August 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 46,569 mi
Expires: 16 August 2019
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside main beam surround deteriated
- Advisory Offside dip beam headlamp surround deteriated
Failed - 10 August 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 46,569 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
- Major Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Major Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215/70/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside main beam surround deteriated
- Advisory Offside dip beam headlamp surround deteriated
Passed - 17 May 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 46,309 mi
Expires: 16 May 2018
Failed - 05 May 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 46,299 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
- Major Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- Major Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- Major Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- Major rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
- Major Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
- Major Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Passed - 17 May 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 46,099 mi
Expires: 16 May 2017
Passed - 11 May 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 45,589 mi
Expires: 12 May 2016
Passed - 25 April 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 45,328 mi
Expires: 12 May 2015
Passed - 13 May 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 44,541 mi
Expires: 12 May 2014
Failed - 05 April 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 44,540 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
Passed - 19 April 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 44,030 mi
Expires: 18 April 2013
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Failed - 12 April 2012 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 43,994 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- Major Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- Major Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Major Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Passed - 16 March 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 42,740 mi
Expires: 15 March 2012
Passed - 20 April 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 40,863 mi
Expires: 19 April 2011
Failed - 30 March 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 40,863 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
- Major Offside Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
- Major Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Major Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Passed - 23 March 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 39,315 mi
Expires: 02 April 2010
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Passed - 02 April 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 38,283 mi
Expires: 02 April 2009
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- Advisory Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Passed - 21 March 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 35,754 mi
Expires: 02 April 2008
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Advisory Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Advisory Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
Passed - 03 April 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 31,156 mi
Expires: 02 April 2007
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- Advisory Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- Advisory Nearside Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- Advisory Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Failed - 07 February 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 31,111 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- Major Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for DAN50?
The MOT expires on 16 August 2019.
What is the tax status of DAN50?
The tax status is SORN.
What are the specifications of DAN50?
This is a 1991 BENTLEY EIGHT in Green. It runs on Petrol with a 6750cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of DAN50?
Environmental data not available for this vehicle.