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EL 15

2005 Bentley Continental

Silver Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

74,888 mi
Last recorded74,888 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEL 15
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 74,888 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2025 74,816 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2024 74,607 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 74,490 miles

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

tyre pressure monitor light on dash, no obvious fault

Pass 24 Jan 2022 74,169 miles

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

tyre pressure monitoring light on dash. no obvious fault

Pass 8 Dec 2020 73,577 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged small lump in the side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

TPMS warning light on

Pass 4 Dec 2019 72,781 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 72,146 miles

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre pressure monitor light on dash

Fail 18 Dec 2018 72,146 miles

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

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre pressure monitor light on dash

Pass 30 Dec 2017 69,977 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 68,379 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 67,363 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2014 64,093 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Warning lamp indicates a fault with the bonnet release

Pass 9 Dec 2013 59,920 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 55,280 miles

esp/traction control lamp illuminated

Pass 12 Dec 2011 49,730 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 44,760 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 36,289 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 28,524 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 19,689 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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EL 15 is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Silver with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 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 EL 15, 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 EL 15 registered?

EL 15 is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 14 January 2005.

Is EL 15 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EL 15 shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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