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LJ05 BCF

2005 Bentley Continental

Blue Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

44,811 mi
Last recorded44,811 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 BCF
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 44,811 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 44,121 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 39,609 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 36,030 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 35,378 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on very inner edge - rest of tread 4-5mm

Offside Rear tyre smooth/almost smooth on very inner edge - rest of tread 4-5mm

minor damage to outer sidewall of n/s/f tyre

Pass 30 May 2018 34,743 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on very inner edge - rest of tread 4-5mm

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth/almost smooth on very inner edge - rest of tread 4-5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 34,502 miles

both rear tyres worn almost smooth on very inner edge - rest of tread 4mm

Fail 6 Jun 2017 34,502 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both rear tyres worn almost smooth on very inner edge - rest of tread 4mm

Pass 14 Jun 2016 33,279 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 32,878 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 32,104 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 31,235 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 30,288 miles

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

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

Various stone chips on front screen.

Fail 6 Jun 2012 30,265 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 27,198 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 25,697 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 22,178 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 18,587 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 18,587 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 18,290 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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LJ05 BCF is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Blue with a 5,998cc 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 LJ05 BCF, 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 LJ05 BCF registered?

LJ05 BCF is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 14 July 2005.

Is LJ05 BCF safe to buy?

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