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BO51 DOW

2005 Bentley Continental

Black Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

61,682 mi
Last recorded61,682 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBO51 DOW
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 61,682 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 60,782 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 59,999 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 58,593 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 57,362 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 53,693 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 48,560 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 44,518 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 40,577 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 36,027 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 31,994 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 26,617 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 23,627 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 20,889 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 20,797 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

fitted child seat not secure

Pass 30 Sep 2008 19,858 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 19,858 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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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BO51 DOW is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Black with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BO51 DOW, 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 BO51 DOW registered?

BO51 DOW is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is BO51 DOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BO51 DOW shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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