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JW51 XTH

2005 Bentley Continental

Black Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

67,487 mi
Last recorded67,487 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJW51 XTH
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 67,487 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2025 67,060 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 66,647 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 64,773 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 61,891 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2021 61,891 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Feb 2021 61,856 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 59,947 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 57,816 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2019 57,816 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 3 Jan 2018 57,459 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 54,668 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 51,833 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 49,381 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2014 49,381 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 47,899 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2013 47,899 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 45,363 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 41,780 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 41,328 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 41,322 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2009 40,980 miles

O/S Front brake flexy hose twisted slightly

Pass 19 Dec 2008 34,545 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2008 34,510 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

N/S/R tyre worn bald on inside edge

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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JW51 XTH is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Black with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 JW51 XTH, 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 JW51 XTH registered?

JW51 XTH is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 17 December 2005.

Is JW51 XTH safe to buy?

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