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LJ56 KZE

2006 Bentley Continental

Blue Petrol 6000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

58,478 mi
Last recorded58,478 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Bentley Continental42,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ56 KZE
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,000cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 58,478 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 57,791 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 52,146 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 50,637 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Jun 2022 50,637 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 49,576 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Jun 2021 49,576 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 46,317 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 45,816 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 44,203 miles

Clean out washer jets.

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear tyres close to limit of wear.

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 41,502 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 38,881 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 36,332 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 35,835 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 35,833 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2014 31,908 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Feb 2013 30,491 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 27,634 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 25,477 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2011 25,477 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2010 22,788 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 21,099 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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LJ56 KZE is a 2006 Bentley Continental in Blue with a 6,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LJ56 KZE, 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 LJ56 KZE registered?

LJ56 KZE is a 2006 Bentley Continental, first registered on 11 September 2006.

Is LJ56 KZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ56 KZE shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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