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DK05 CEJ

2005 Bentley Continental

Blue Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

100,007 mi
Last recorded100,007 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 CEJ
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 100,007 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2025 99,987 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning side repeater (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning side repeater (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 99,615 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2024 99,615 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 99,593 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Oct 2023 99,584 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 May 2022 98,864 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 94,892 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 93,926 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Pipes running along inner wheel arch (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens cloudy

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside headlamp lens cloudy

Pass 11 Nov 2019 88,576 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 77,398 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 69,377 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 62,380 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 30 Nov 2015 56,480 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 47,418 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 36,720 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 36,535 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 35,556 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 33,874 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 30,529 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 27,076 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 22,786 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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DK05 CEJ is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Blue with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 DK05 CEJ, 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 DK05 CEJ registered?

DK05 CEJ is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 18 April 2005.

Is DK05 CEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK05 CEJ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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