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BIL 227

2007 Bentley Continental

Blue Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

20,116 mi
Last recorded20,116 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Bentley Continental37,875 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBIL 227
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 20,116 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 19,910 miles

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

Nearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 26 Feb 2025 19,908 miles

Offside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2024 19,538 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 19,152 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 18,890 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 18,103 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 17,405 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 17,198 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 16,824 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 16,622 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 16,066 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 15,218 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 14,781 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 11,329 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 15,657 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 8,948 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2011 8,948 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 1 Mar 2010 6,298 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Mar 2010 6,298 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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BIL 227 is a 2007 Bentley Continental in Blue with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2007 Bentley Continental models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 37,875 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 BIL 227, 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 19 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 BIL 227 registered?

BIL 227 is a 2007 Bentley Continental, first registered on 1 March 2007.

Is BIL 227 safe to buy?

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