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MR53 DPM

2005 Bentley Continental

Black Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

45,957 mi
Last recorded45,957 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMR53 DPM
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 45,957 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 43,675 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 42,126 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 38,329 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 35,816 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 34,188 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 32,938 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 29,662 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 27,384 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 24,442 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 23,103 miles

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

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 22,156 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 21,426 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Oct 2012 20,709 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 20,709 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 19,352 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 15,128 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 12,988 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 11,349 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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MR53 DPM is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Black with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MR53 DPM, 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 MR53 DPM registered?

MR53 DPM is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 1 October 2005.

Is MR53 DPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for MR53 DPM shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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