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ONV 768

2005 Bentley Continental

Green Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,697 mi
Last recorded42,697 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2025
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationONV 768
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2025 42,697 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 41,901 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 41,860 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 41,811 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 41,644 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 41,481 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 40,433 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 39,194 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 36,407 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2016 36,407 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 34,296 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 32,206 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2013 30,193 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 30,193 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 28,421 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2011 26,071 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Dec 2011 26,071 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 23,112 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 20,773 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 17,625 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 15,052 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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ONV 768 is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Green with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 ONV 768, 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 ONV 768 registered?

ONV 768 is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 1 February 2005.

Is ONV 768 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ONV 768 shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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