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MX05 JRU

2005 Bentley Continental

Black Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

50,836 mi
Last recorded50,836 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX05 JRU
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2023 50,836 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 50,375 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 49,583 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 48,851 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 46,729 miles

Engine covers/Under trays fitted

Pass 5 Dec 2017 45,439 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2017 45,439 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 14 Dec 2016 44,625 miles

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)

drivers seat back insecure

Fail 14 Dec 2016 44,625 miles

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 Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

drivers seat back insecure

Pass 21 Dec 2015 43,388 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2014 37,758 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 32,974 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2012 28,370 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2011 23,124 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 20,308 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 18,001 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 15,113 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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MX05 JRU is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Black with a 5,998cc 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 MX05 JRU, 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 MX05 JRU registered?

MX05 JRU is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is MX05 JRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX05 JRU 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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