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L16 SKD

2004 Bentley Continental

Black Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

59,952 mi
Last recorded59,952 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Bentley Continental48,492 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL16 SKD
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 59,952 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Aug 2025 59,950 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Undertray not fully secure Fasteners corroded (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2024 58,713 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Sep 2023 57,417 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 55,879 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 53,887 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

tpms on

Pass 12 Sep 2020 52,751 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 50,312 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 46,712 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 45,629 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 44,679 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 40,569 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 34,232 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 29,105 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 25,719 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 22,312 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 18,387 miles

All four tyres close to prescribed limit Advise replacment as soon as possible

Pass 28 Oct 2009 13,327 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 5,989 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 4,711 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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L16 SKD is a 2004 Bentley Continental in Black with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 L16 SKD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L16 SKD registered?

L16 SKD is a 2004 Bentley Continental, first registered on 16 November 2004.

Is L16 SKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for L16 SKD shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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