1998 Bentley Arnage 4.4L Petrol · JGK 1T

The most recent MOT, dated 14 May 2025, was passed at 94,009 mi with no defects recorded. This is the fourth consecutive year in which the car has cleared its MOT without any advisory or failure notes, suggesting that, at least in the eyes of the test centre, the vehicle’s basic safety systems and emissions are currently satisfactory. Across the five entries (2021‑2025) the mileage has risen from 86,962 mi to 94,009 mi – an average increase of roughly 1,800 mi per year. Compared with the overall average of about 3,350 mi per year for a 28‑year‑old Bentley, this is very low mileage. Low usage can mean reduced wear on consumables such as brakes, tyres, suspension bushings and drivetrain components. At the same time, prolonged periods of inactivity can allow rubber seals, hoses and bushings to dry out, and can encourage corrosion in hidden areas. Because the mileage figure alone does not reveal how the car was driven, the implication for wear is ambiguous. The pattern in the MOT history is stable: every test has passed and no defects have been noted. There is no evidence of a deteriorating trend, nor of any emerging fault that has been caught by the test. However, the absence of recorded defects does not guarantee that all components are in good condition, especially on a vehicle of this age where internal corrosion or wear may not be captured by a standard MOT.