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MR51 BYE

2004 Bentley Continental

Black Petrol 6005cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

72,894 mi
Last recorded72,894 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Bentley Continental48,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMR51 BYE
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,005cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 72,894 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2025 71,089 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 71,022 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 113,759 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 67,218 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 67,218 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 62,754 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 61,826 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 60,870 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit cracked (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit cracked (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Sep 2015 60,869 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Stop lamp not working centre (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit cracked (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit cracked (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 60,106 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 58,510 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 56,697 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 54,708 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 50,541 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 50,540 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 9 Aug 2010 50,390 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 46,030 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 31,763 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 22,915 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 22,914 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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MR51 BYE is a 2004 Bentley Continental in Black with a 6,005cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 MR51 BYE, 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 MR51 BYE registered?

MR51 BYE is a 2004 Bentley Continental, first registered on 29 July 2004.

Is MR51 BYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MR51 BYE shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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