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288 NRF

2005 Bentley Continental

Black Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

27,929 mi
Last recorded27,929 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration288 NRF
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 27,929 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 27,497 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 27,425 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 26,707 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2022 26,679 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 25,411 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 25,383 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 24,594 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 23,748 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 22,095 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 22,053 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 22,041 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 22,004 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 21,825 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 21,731 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 34,952 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 21,708 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 18,462 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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288 NRF is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Black with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2005 Bentley Continental models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 44,896 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 288 NRF, 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 21 years old, this Bentley Continental is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 288 NRF?

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What year was 288 NRF registered?

288 NRF is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is 288 NRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 288 NRF shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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