CarVerify

Free Car Check

GN56 OFB

2006 Bentley Continental

Blue Petrol 5988cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

44,099 mi
Last recorded44,099 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Bentley Continental42,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Bentley
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN56 OFB
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,988cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 44,099 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 42,668 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 40,284 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 38,749 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2023 38,749 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2022 37,443 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2021 36,597 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 35,742 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2019 34,503 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 33,605 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 32,853 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 31,519 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 31,489 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2015 29,978 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 29,192 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 28,535 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 20 May 2013 28,535 miles

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

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 6 Dec 2012 28,003 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 24,718 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 22,546 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 18,394 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
Full Bentley Continental reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GN56 OFB is a 2006 Bentley Continental in Blue with a 5,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 GN56 OFB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GN56 OFB?

You can check the full history of GN56 OFB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GN56 OFB registered?

GN56 OFB is a 2006 Bentley Continental, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is GN56 OFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN56 OFB 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.

Does GN56 OFB have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GN56 OFB. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.