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J18 BMP

2004 Bentley Continental

Blue Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

46,465 mi
Last recorded46,465 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Bentley Continental48,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ18 BMP
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 46,465 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2024 38,787 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 36,247 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 34,292 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2022 34,239 miles

Nearside Inner Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Outer Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Inner Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 32,477 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 30,955 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 30,287 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 29,613 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 29,011 miles

both front brake discs rusty/pitted on inner surfaces

check 'engine' light on

Pass 3 May 2016 28,720 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 28,124 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 27,825 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 May 2013 26,603 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

t,p.m.s light illuminated known fault with vehicle.

Pass 2 May 2012 24,074 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 20,907 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 14,061 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 7,896 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 2,926 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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J18 BMP is a 2004 Bentley Continental in Blue with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2004 Bentley Continental models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 48,492 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 J18 BMP, 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 22 years old, this Bentley Continental is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J18 BMP registered?

J18 BMP is a 2004 Bentley Continental, first registered on 4 August 2004.

Is J18 BMP safe to buy?

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