1991 Bentley Turbo 6.8L Petrol · J297 HGK
1991 Bentley Turbo (6.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Dec 1991. Recorded mileage 2,838 miles. MOT expired on 26 Sept 2011. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- BENTLEY TURBO
- Year / Origin
- 1991
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 26 Sept 2011
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 2,838 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 6.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J297 HGK Key Findings
- 6 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/09/2010
- 2,838 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
J297 HGK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
6 MOT tests are recorded for this 1991 Bentley Turbo (J297 HGK) between August 2006 and September 2010.
The record contains 5 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 September 2010 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)”; “Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)”; “Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)”.
J297 HGK Mileage History
- 31/08/200690,582 km
- 11/05/200790,729 mi
- 17/05/200790,729 mi
- 17/05/20071 mi-90,728 mi
- 19/09/20081,225 mi+1,224 mi
- 27/09/20102,838 mi+1,613 mi
Average of roughly -21,537 miles per year across 6 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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Known faults for Bentley Bentley Turbo R
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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- High-Pressure Hydraulic Brake Accumulator and Mineral Oil System FailureSerious
The Turbo R utilises a Citroën-licensed high-pressure dual-circuit hydraulic braking and self-levelling suspension system powered by two engine-driven mechanical pumps. Over time, the nitrogen-filled spherical brake accumulators lose their charge, internal seals in the brake distribution valves degrade, and corrosive mineral fluid (or incorrect DOT fluid mistakenly added) ruins the internal rubber seals. This causes rapid pedal stiffening, delayed braking assistance, and pump cavitation.
- Exhaust Manifold Cracking and Gasket Blow-ByModerate
The cast iron exhaust manifolds and heat-cycling gaskets on the turbocharged 6.75-litre V8 undergo intense thermal expansion and contraction cycles. The massive heat retained in the SZ engine bay causes the cast iron manifolds to warp or develop hairline fissures, while the copper-clad composite manifold gaskets burn through, creating sharp ticking exhaust leaks on cold startup that can damage cylinder head studs.
- Active Ride Damper and Gas Spring Sphere DeteriorationSerious
Post-1990 Turbo R models feature an electronically modulated Active Ride damping system with hydraulic gas spring accumulator spheres. Over 8–10 years, the nitrogen gas permeating the internal rubber diaphragms leaks into the hydraulic fluid, eliminating pneumatic damping cushion. This forces the hydraulic fluid directly against solid strut stops, causing severe ride harshness, damper seal blowouts, and fractured rear subframe mountings.
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