1987 Bentley Turbo 6.8L Petrol · D848 GYM
1987 Bentley Turbo (6.8L, petrol). First registered 05 Jan 1987. Recorded mileage 147,165 miles. MOT expired on 28 Feb 2025.
- Make & Model
- BENTLEY TURBO
- Year / Origin
- 1987 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 28 Feb 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 147,165 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 6.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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D848 GYM Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/03/2024
- 147,165 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
D848 GYM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1987 Bentley Turbo (D848 GYM) between March 2022 and March 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 01 March 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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: “Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”; “Offside Front Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))”.
D848 GYM Mileage History
- 21/03/2022147,165 mi
- 23/05/2022147,165 mi
- 28/02/2024147,165 mi
- 01/03/2024147,165 mi
Average of roughly 0 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
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