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AU55 CTV

2005 Bentley Continental

Blue Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

103,232 mi
Last recorded103,232 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 CTV
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2024 103,232 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 103,100 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 102,731 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 101,423 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2020 101,423 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 99,542 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 94,117 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 89,374 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 86,510 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 82,167 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 75,504 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 70,153 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 60,605 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 51,557 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 37,972 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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AU55 CTV is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Blue with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AU55 CTV, 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 AU55 CTV?

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What year was AU55 CTV registered?

AU55 CTV is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 21 September 2005.

Is AU55 CTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU55 CTV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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