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A7 XJN

2005 Bentley Continental

Silver Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

131,089 mi
Last recorded131,089 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 XJN
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 131,089 miles

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level brake n0t w0rking (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2025 129,370 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2025 129,359 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2024 125,533 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 21 Apr 2023 123,585 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 115,696 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 102,571 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 98,584 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 97,434 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 93,137 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 76,217 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 64,082 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate

Fail 31 Jul 2014 64,080 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 48,104 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 May 2012 43,924 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 40,107 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 27,492 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 22,209 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 17,011 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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A7 XJN is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Silver with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 A7 XJN, 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

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What year was A7 XJN registered?

A7 XJN is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 14 March 2005.

Is A7 XJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 XJN shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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