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DFM 123

2011 Bentley Continental

Black Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

56,334 mi
Last recorded56,334 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Bentley Continental31,544 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFM 123
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 56,334 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Feb 2026 56,304 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2025 50,319 miles

Brake pad warning light on

Fuel flap latch not working correctly

Tyre pressure warning light on

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2024 48,839 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2024 48,837 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator brake pad wear indicator light on (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose o s r exhaust clamp broken (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 46,957 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 44,030 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 41,612 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 38,228 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 34,853 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 28,501 miles

Offside Front screw in tyre tread

Pass 1 Oct 2015 24,030 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 15,647 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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DFM 123 is a 2011 Bentley Continental in Black with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2011 Bentley Continental models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.8% with a typical mileage of 31,544 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 DFM 123, 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 15 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 DFM 123 registered?

DFM 123 is a 2011 Bentley Continental, first registered on 1 October 2011.

Is DFM 123 safe to buy?

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