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LJ55 GXB

2005 Bentley Continental

Red Petrol 5988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

92,005 mi
Last recorded92,005 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 GXB
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2025 92,005 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2024 89,692 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 88,219 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 87,810 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 84,212 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 77,820 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Evidence of oil leak on engine under tray (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2019 77,819 miles

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

Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Rear Seat belt anchorage loose All rear seat belts and stalks disconnected (7.1.1 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Evidence of oil leak on engine under tray (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2018 70,009 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2018 70,009 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 63,068 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 54,726 miles

engine and under vehicle covers fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2015 52,054 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 50,745 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 50,216 miles

play in both sides of steering rack and pinion

Pass 23 Aug 2012 45,651 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 39,965 miles

Offside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 33,002 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 26,978 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 26,798 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 20,166 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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LJ55 GXB is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Red 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 LJ55 GXB, 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 LJ55 GXB registered?

LJ55 GXB is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 13 September 2005.

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