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HB55 PUR

2005 Bentley Continental

Black Petrol 5988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,632 mi
Last recorded34,632 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHB55 PUR
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 8 May 2026 34,632 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2025 34,621 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 34,498 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 34,350 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 34,284 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 34,240 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 34,058 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 33,797 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 31,860 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 30,977 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 30,179 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 29,304 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 23,214 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 20,415 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 19,218 miles

slight cuts in outer sidewalls on front tyres

Pass 20 Jan 2009 15,001 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 4,279 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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HB55 PUR is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Black with a 5,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HB55 PUR, 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 HB55 PUR?

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What year was HB55 PUR registered?

HB55 PUR is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 26 October 2005.

Is HB55 PUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for HB55 PUR shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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