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W12 SFX

2004 Bentley Continental

Blue Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

120,278 mi
Last recorded120,278 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Bentley Continental48,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW12 SFX
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 120,278 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Aug 2024 73,749 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 71,827 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 68,363 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 64,671 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2021 64,633 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits 0.98 (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension pipe leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 61,586 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2020 61,586 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 29 Nov 2019 61,488 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 57,764 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 53,369 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 52,594 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 51,150 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 49,182 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 46,914 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 42,940 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 40,101 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2012 40,101 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 35,416 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 29,079 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 22,657 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 14,618 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 12,957 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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W12 SFX is a 2004 Bentley Continental in Blue with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 W12 SFX, 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 W12 SFX registered?

W12 SFX is a 2004 Bentley Continental, first registered on 29 January 2004.

Is W12 SFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for W12 SFX shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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