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KT55 ZTL

2006 Bentley Continental

Blue Petrol 5988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

80,217 mi
Last recorded80,217 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Bentley Continental42,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT55 ZTL
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,988cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 80,217 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL TYRES (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Oct 2025 80,216 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL TYRES (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Oct 2024 73,210 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 69,219 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 64,542 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 64,075 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 62,110 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2020 60,986 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 59,181 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2018 57,429 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 55,630 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 53,444 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 50,401 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 46,684 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 42,367 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2013 42,358 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 39,640 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 35,850 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 31,037 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 24,642 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2009 24,316 miles

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

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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KT55 ZTL 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 KT55 ZTL, 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

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What year was KT55 ZTL registered?

KT55 ZTL is a 2006 Bentley Continental, first registered on 14 January 2006.

Is KT55 ZTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KT55 ZTL 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.

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