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BU56 EXR

2006 Bentley Continental

Blue Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

85,538 mi
Last recorded85,538 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Bentley Continental42,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU56 EXR
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 85,538 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 78,952 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 77,348 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 73,635 miles

both rear seat belt buckles casing damaged but still operating correctly

Pass 22 Nov 2021 112,671 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Outer casing on buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Outer casing on buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Fail 22 Nov 2021 112,671 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 65,619 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 58,154 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 47,969 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 33,587 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 28,126 miles

TPMS switched off

large underbonnet covers fitted restricting visibility

large undertrays fitted restricting visibility of underside

Pass 23 Oct 2015 26,352 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 23,759 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 29 Oct 2014 23,758 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Oct 2013 21,247 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 19,056 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 16,825 miles

all 4 tyres worn/wearing on edges

Pass 9 Nov 2010 13,768 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 11,165 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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BU56 EXR is a 2006 Bentley Continental in Blue with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2006 Bentley Continental models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 42,174 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 BU56 EXR, 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 20 years old, this Bentley Continental is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BU56 EXR registered?

BU56 EXR is a 2006 Bentley Continental, first registered on 24 November 2006.

Is BU56 EXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU56 EXR shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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