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EU05 VAO

2005 Bentley Continental

Silver Petrol 5988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2023
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

81,764 mi
Last recorded81,764 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU05 VAO
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2022 81,764 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 80,184 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 77,813 miles

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

Undertray and covers fitted

Fail 27 Jun 2019 77,813 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Undertray and covers fitted

Pass 17 May 2018 75,001 miles

covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 10 May 2017 69,880 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 65,387 miles

tyre inflation light indicates a fault

Fail 18 Dec 2015 65,385 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

tyre inflation light indicates a fault

Pass 16 Dec 2014 63,703 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Fail 10 Dec 2014 63,676 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 60,671 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 60,671 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 60,249 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 58,178 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 58,160 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Air bag light on

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

Front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 10 Sep 2010 55,495 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 52,317 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 52,315 miles

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2008 42,514 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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EU05 VAO is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Silver with a 5,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 EU05 VAO, 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

How do I check the history of EU05 VAO?

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What year was EU05 VAO registered?

EU05 VAO is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 28 July 2005.

Is EU05 VAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU05 VAO shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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