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AW02 OJW

2005 Bentley Continental

Silver Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

88,704 mi
Last recorded88,704 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAW02 OJW
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 88,704 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 86,753 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2024 82,631 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2023 77,638 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2022 77,573 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

engine cover and under trays fitted to vehicle

Pass 12 Feb 2021 75,013 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Fail 10 Feb 2021 74,956 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Evidence of nearside rear brake over heating/binding

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid to rear box joints clamps corroded and broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 72,501 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 12 Jan 2019 66,111 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 104,501 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 101,674 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 99,542 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 58,151 miles

Both Front brake discs badly corroded on inner surface

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside rear exhaust clamp cracked

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear exhaust clamp badly cracked

Pass 1 Jul 2014 54,596 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 52,529 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 28 Nov 2012 48,518 miles

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 24 Nov 2012 48,489 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 19 May 2011 39,952 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 35,697 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 29,800 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 19,013 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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AW02 OJW is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Silver with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AW02 OJW, 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 AW02 OJW registered?

AW02 OJW is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 11 February 2005.

Is AW02 OJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AW02 OJW shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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