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LJ55 GWZ

2005 Bentley Continental

Black Petrol 6005cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

84,648 mi
Last recorded84,648 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 GWZ
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,005cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 84,648 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inside surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 84,367 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 84,336 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 83,703 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 81,928 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 80,391 miles

amber check brake pads light illuminated

Pass 6 Jun 2017 78,406 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 72,086 miles

different colour wheel fitted to o/s/r

Fail 2 Mar 2016 72,086 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 70,945 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 65,954 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 May 2013 59,698 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 59,698 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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 mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 May 2012 50,616 miles

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Pass 18 May 2011 40,192 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 31,603 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 May 2009 27,887 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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LJ55 GWZ is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Black with a 6,005cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LJ55 GWZ, 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 LJ55 GWZ registered?

LJ55 GWZ is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 20 October 2005.

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The MOT history for LJ55 GWZ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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