2004 Bentley Continental 6.0L Petrol · X1 DFD
2004 Bentley Continental (6.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Jun 2004. Recorded mileage 10,486 miles. MOT valid until 21 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- BENTLEY CONTINENTAL
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Export Allocation
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 10,486 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 6.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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X1 DFD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/06/2026
- 10,486 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
X1 DFD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Bentley Continental (X1 DFD) between June 2022 and June 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
X1 DFD Mileage History
- 08/06/20229,277 mi
- 14/06/20239,700 mi+423 mi
- 22/06/20239,711 mi+11 mi
- 04/06/202510,381 mi+670 mi
- 23/06/202610,486 mi+105 mi
Average of roughly 299 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Proceed with caution but consider this a strong candidate due to its exceptionally low mileage. While the MOT history shows a single failure in 2023, the overall record for this 6.0L petrol Bentley is remarkably clean for its age.
Given the extremely low mileage of just over 10,000 miles on a 22-year-old vehicle, your primary focus should be on how the car has been stored and whether it has undergone regular oil changes despite the lack of use. Low-mileage luxury cars can sometimes suffer from dried seals or perished rubber components due to inactivity.
Running this 6.0L Bentley will be substantial. Expect high fuel consumption consistent with a large-capacity petrol engine and a high insurance group typical of luxury grand tourers. Tax bands for a vehicle of this engine size are generally at the highest level.
Inspect the tyres closely; even if they have plenty of tread, their age may be a concern given the low mileage. Check all exterior lighting, as 'headlamp' issues are a top failure reason for this model in aggregate data.
This 2004 Bentley Continental is a rare example of a high-capacity 5998cc petrol vehicle with significantly lower-than-average mileage. With only 10,381 miles recorded as of June 2025, it has been driven much less than the model average of 2,380 miles per year. The MOT history is largely clear, with only one recorded failure in 2023 at 9,700 miles.
The Bentley Continental shows a high average MOT pass rate of 92.1% across 12,945 analysed vehicles, though common failures include tyres, headlamps, and engine MIL issues.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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