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MER 1K

1995 Bentley Continental

Red Petrol 6750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

69,238 mi
Last recorded69,238 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2024
Typical for 1995 Bentley Continental59,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMER 1K
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,750cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2024 69,238 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 69,138 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 68,687 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 68,215 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 67,231 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 66,392 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 64,345 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 62,437 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 59,708 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 59,604 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 59,561 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 59,470 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 59,430 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 59,430 miles

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Inner Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Battery insecure

Oil leak

advise replace front brake pads

airbag missing

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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MER 1K is a 1995 Bentley Continental in Red with a 6,750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1995 Bentley Continental models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 59,200 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 MER 1K, 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 31 years old, this Bentley Continental is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MER 1K?

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What year was MER 1K registered?

MER 1K is a 1995 Bentley Continental, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is MER 1K safe to buy?

The MOT history for MER 1K shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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