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SAM 435Y

2004 Bentley Continental

Blue Petrol 6005cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

79,172 mi
Last recorded79,172 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Bentley Continental48,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAM 435Y
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,005cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 79,172 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2024 74,275 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 71,435 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 69,997 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 67,078 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 63,089 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 2 Sep 2019 62,286 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 61,363 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 60,002 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 58,286 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 56,822 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 54,585 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Sep 2014 54,579 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Oct 2013 51,575 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 46,071 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Oct 2011 64,723 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 34,609 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 28,916 miles

Deep cuts on nearside front and nearside rear tyres

Pass 6 Sep 2008 21,338 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 17,406 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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SAM 435Y is a 2004 Bentley Continental in Blue with a 6,005cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 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 SAM 435Y, 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 SAM 435Y registered?

SAM 435Y is a 2004 Bentley Continental, first registered on 23 November 2004.

Is SAM 435Y safe to buy?

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