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MSK 478

1998 Bentley Continental

Red Petrol 6750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

46,881 mi
Last recorded46,881 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Bentley Continental39,605 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMSK 478
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,750cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 46,881 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 46,203 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2024 45,427 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 44,080 miles
Fail 10 May 2023 44,078 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2022 42,616 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 40,961 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 40,069 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 38,071 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 36,916 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 35,953 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 34,248 miles
Pass 5 May 2014 32,804 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 30,955 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 29,413 miles
Pass 2 May 2011 28,104 miles
Pass 3 May 2010 26,440 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 24,505 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 20,955 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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MSK 478 is a 1998 Bentley Continental in Red with a 6,750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1998 Bentley Continental models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 39,605 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 MSK 478, 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 28 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 MSK 478?

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What year was MSK 478 registered?

MSK 478 is a 1998 Bentley Continental, first registered on 28 August 1998.

Is MSK 478 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MSK 478 shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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