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A22 BGT

2005 Bentley Continental

Silver Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

44,965 mi
Last recorded44,965 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA22 BGT
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2026 44,965 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Sep 2025 43,790 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 37,387 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 32,411 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 28,038 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 27,707 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside bottom (rear ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertray and engine covers are fitted to the vehicle preventing the inspection of some components

Pass 21 Nov 2020 27,653 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 27,024 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 26,477 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 26,148 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 25,977 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 25,960 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 25,590 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 23,225 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 22,443 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 21,355 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 16,428 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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A22 BGT is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Silver with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 A22 BGT, 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.

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What year was A22 BGT registered?

A22 BGT is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 18 May 2005.

Is A22 BGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A22 BGT shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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