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AFC 283

2005 Bentley Continental

Silver Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,891 mi
Last recorded55,891 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFC 283
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2026 55,891 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 55,859 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 55,853 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 55,624 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 55,438 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 55,108 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 55,079 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 54,907 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 54,814 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 54,564 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 53,751 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 52,926 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 49,722 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 47,018 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 43,777 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 40,989 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 29,405 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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AFC 283 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 100%.

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 AFC 283, 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 AFC 283?

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What year was AFC 283 registered?

AFC 283 is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 22 November 2005.

Is AFC 283 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFC 283 shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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