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VU04 DMZ

2004 Bentley Continental

Silver Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

26,305 mi
Last recorded26,305 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Bentley Continental48,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU04 DMZ
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 26,305 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 24,474 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2024 21,609 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 20,200 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 17,807 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 16,578 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 16,253 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 15,603 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 15,428 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 14,622 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 13,100 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 9,063 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 7,655 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2012 7,655 miles

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 6,556 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 6,015 miles

both front anti roll bar drop links showing signs of wear.

Pass 14 Jan 2009 4,700 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 3,850 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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VU04 DMZ is a 2004 Bentley Continental in Silver with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 VU04 DMZ, 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 VU04 DMZ registered?

VU04 DMZ is a 2004 Bentley Continental, first registered on 27 July 2004.

Is VU04 DMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU04 DMZ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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