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SF09 SVZ

2009 Bentley Continental

Black Petrol 5988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

23,639 mi
Last recorded23,639 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Bentley Continental34,477 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF09 SVZ
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 23,639 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 275/35/20 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 275/35/20 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 275/35/20 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 275/35/20 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2025 21,398 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 21,093 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 20,731 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 19,655 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 18,540 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 29,830 miles

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Suspension system inoperative (5.3.5 (a)) DANGEROUS

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources two not working out of four (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 17,581 miles

offside & nearside headlamp cleaning device inoperative

Fail 30 Sep 2020 17,581 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

offside & nearside headlamp cleaning device inoperative

Pass 11 Sep 2019 16,277 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 14,057 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 13,329 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 12,612 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 11,467 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 9,595 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 8,780 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 6,830 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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SF09 SVZ is a 2009 Bentley Continental in Black with a 5,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2009 Bentley Continental models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.1% with a typical mileage of 34,477 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 SF09 SVZ, 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 17 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 SF09 SVZ registered?

SF09 SVZ is a 2009 Bentley Continental, first registered on 15 June 2009.

Is SF09 SVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF09 SVZ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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