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B23 SRP

2005 Bentley Continental

Grey Petrol 6005cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

79,932 mi
Last recorded79,932 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB23 SRP
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,005cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 79,932 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2025 77,188 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 73,878 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 71,426 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 70,269 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2022 70,261 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 69,454 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 68,489 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 66,894 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2018 104,139 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2018 104,106 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 96,844 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 55,371 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 49,560 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 42,804 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2014 42,790 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)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 38,153 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 34,397 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 28,559 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 28,554 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 23,004 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 16,533 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 12,663 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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B23 SRP is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Grey with a 6,005cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 B23 SRP, 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 B23 SRP?

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What year was B23 SRP registered?

B23 SRP is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 9 August 2005.

Is B23 SRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B23 SRP shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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