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H97 XUW

1990 Bentley Continental

Blue Petrol 6750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

9,138 mi
Last recorded9,138 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1990 Bentley Continental57,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH97 XUW
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,750cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 9,138 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 9,133 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 9,128 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 9,078 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 9,050 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 9,039 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2020 8,849 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 8,845 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 8,835 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 8,828 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 8,822 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 8,801 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 8,849 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 8,748 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 8,738 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 8,723 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 8,723 miles

Brake operation has insufficient assistance for at least two more brake applications after the warning device has operated (3.3.D.3b)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 8,717 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 8,706 miles

Nearside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 8,706 miles

Nearside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 8,631 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 8,617 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 8,612 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 8,551 miles

How Reliable is the Bentley Continental?

Based on 209,069 MOT tests across 16,051 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
2,167
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
16,051
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 937
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 889
Headlamp cleaning device inoperative 815
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 790
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 644
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H97 XUW is a 1990 Bentley Continental in Blue with a 6,750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1990 Bentley Continental models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 57,346 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bentley Continental fails its MOT is tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords, accounting for 937 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H97 XUW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley Continental typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 36 years old, this Bentley Continental is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H97 XUW registered?

H97 XUW is a 1990 Bentley Continental, first registered on 28 September 1990.

Is H97 XUW safe to buy?

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