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UVE 1

2004 Bentley Continental

Black Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

22,889 mi
Last recorded22,889 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Bentley Continental48,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUVE 1
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 22,889 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2025 21,633 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 20,550 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 16,472 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 13,438 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 13,131 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 13,106 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2019 13,106 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 12,683 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 11,942 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 11,673 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2016 11,673 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 10 Dec 2015 10,970 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2015 10,970 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Dec 2014 10,308 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 9,792 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 8,708 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 7,819 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 7,369 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 6,111 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 5,220 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 4,850 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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UVE 1 is a 2004 Bentley Continental in Black with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 UVE 1, 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 UVE 1 registered?

UVE 1 is a 2004 Bentley Continental, first registered on 24 December 2004.

Is UVE 1 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UVE 1 shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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