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DT54 DER

2005 Bentley Continental

Silver Petrol 5988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

69,528 mi
Last recorded69,528 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDT54 DER
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,988cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 69,528 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 65,745 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 62,743 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 58,829 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 55,465 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 54,566 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2019 53,312 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2019 52,419 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 51,316 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 49,516 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2017 49,494 miles

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

Fail 4 Jan 2017 49,418 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)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 45,915 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 42,882 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 41,087 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 36,507 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 29,327 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 25,015 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 21,519 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 21,519 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 16,600 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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DT54 DER is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Silver with a 5,988cc 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 DT54 DER, 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 DT54 DER registered?

DT54 DER is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is DT54 DER safe to buy?

The MOT history for DT54 DER 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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