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LF55 DAU

2005 Bentley Continental

Green Petrol 5988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2022
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

56,510 mi
Last recorded56,510 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF55 DAU
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2021 56,510 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 54,859 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2019 53,853 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 53,290 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 52,709 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 51,598 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 51,285 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 50,721 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 49,949 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 49,159 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 48,207 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 46,934 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2011 44,140 miles

Both front headlamps aim are close too upper limit.

Pass 14 Dec 2010 38,941 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2010 38,834 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 25 Jun 2010 35,628 miles

Front registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 35,628 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 25,353 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 25,353 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 14 Oct 2008 10,411 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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LF55 DAU is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Green with a 5,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 LF55 DAU, 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.

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What year was LF55 DAU registered?

LF55 DAU is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 26 October 2005.

Is LF55 DAU safe to buy?

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