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LJ54 RVT

2004 Bentley Continental

Gold Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

26,738 mi
Last recorded26,738 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Bentley Continental48,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ54 RVT
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2004
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 26,738 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front upper suspension arm inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

fuel cap seal perishing but not leaking

Pass 4 Sep 2024 26,601 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2024 26,601 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid No washers working pn drivers side of screen (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 26,524 miles

Nearside Front Outer nearside front tyre has cuts on side wall.

Fail 29 Aug 2023 26,522 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cuts on wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 25,592 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 24,826 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 24,587 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 24,232 miles

nearside front tyre has deep cut on side wall.

Pass 21 Sep 2018 23,426 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 22,232 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 21,646 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 20,691 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 19,554 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 18,851 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 18,362 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 17,638 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 16,958 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 15,502 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2009 15,502 miles

Nearside Upper Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Upper Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Upper Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 13,592 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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LJ54 RVT is a 2004 Bentley Continental in Gold with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 LJ54 RVT, 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

How do I check the history of LJ54 RVT?

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What year was LJ54 RVT registered?

LJ54 RVT is a 2004 Bentley Continental, first registered on 29 October 2004.

Is LJ54 RVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ54 RVT shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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