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TAH 42G

2004 Bentley Continental

Blue Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

84,282 mi
Last recorded84,282 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Bentley Continental48,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAH 42G
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 84,282 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 84,270 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 885,975 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 79,550 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 79,550 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 78,314 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 78,182 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 78,180 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 76,948 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 71,584 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 66,171 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 58,056 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 57,092 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 50,740 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 44,889 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 40,228 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 39,300 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 39,271 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 32,501 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2008 27,782 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 23,674 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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TAH 42G is a 2004 Bentley Continental in Blue with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 TAH 42G, 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 TAH 42G registered?

TAH 42G is a 2004 Bentley Continental, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is TAH 42G safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAH 42G shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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