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LK55 NYM

2005 Bentley Continental

White Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

94,815 mi
Last recorded94,815 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK55 NYM
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 94,815 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 94,760 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 93,622 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 90,770 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2023 90,770 miles

Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Mar 2022 88,232 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 84,934 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 May 2019 82,285 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 79,136 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 73,938 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 69,760 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 69,760 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Pass 26 May 2015 65,129 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 59,797 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 59,797 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 52,816 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 52,811 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 46,492 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 46,492 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 41,663 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2010 33,303 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 24,130 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 22,029 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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LK55 NYM is a 2005 Bentley Continental in White with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 LK55 NYM, 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 LK55 NYM registered?

LK55 NYM is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 5 September 2005.

Is LK55 NYM safe to buy?

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