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N12 PLJ

2007 Bentley Continental

Blue Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

36,891 mi
Last recorded36,891 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Bentley Continental37,875 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN12 PLJ
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 36,891 miles

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

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

Undershields fitted restricting the underside inspection of the vehicle.

Pass 26 Sep 2024 35,910 miles

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

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

under guard fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 17 Aug 2023 34,774 miles

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

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

Undershields fitted restricting the underside inspection of the vehicle.

Pass 23 Jul 2022 33,586 miles

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

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

Undershields fitted restricting the underside inspection of the vehicle.

Pass 22 Jul 2021 32,518 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Under shields fitted preventing a thorough inspection to underside of vehicle.

Pass 14 Aug 2020 30,351 miles

covers & trays

Pass 6 Aug 2019 28,685 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 27,533 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 25,535 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 24,257 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2016 24,257 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 20,499 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 18,851 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 16,947 miles

nick in o/s/r tyre inner sidewall

Pass 10 Sep 2012 13,538 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 11,488 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 7,606 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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N12 PLJ is a 2007 Bentley Continental in Blue with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2007 Bentley Continental models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 37,875 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 N12 PLJ, 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 19 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 N12 PLJ registered?

N12 PLJ is a 2007 Bentley Continental, first registered on 15 November 2007.

Is N12 PLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N12 PLJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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