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LJ04 HBK

2004 Bentley Continental

Red Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

91,964 mi
Last recorded91,964 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2024
Typical for 2004 Bentley Continental48,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ04 HBK
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2024 91,964 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 89,462 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Jul 2023 89,462 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 86,197 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 81,351 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 77,519 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 72,297 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 68,632 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 64,647 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 64,647 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 May 2016 61,098 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 55,062 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Mar 2014 45,496 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 45,392 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2013 41,452 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 39,998 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 38,407 miles

brakes have slight judder

Pass 12 Mar 2010 35,607 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 29,848 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2008 27,007 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Feb 2008 27,007 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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LJ04 HBK is a 2004 Bentley Continental in Red with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LJ04 HBK, 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 LJ04 HBK registered?

LJ04 HBK is a 2004 Bentley Continental, first registered on 29 June 2004.

Is LJ04 HBK safe to buy?

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