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R12 BYF

2006 Bentley Continental

Blue Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

84,089 mi
Last recorded84,089 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Bentley Continental42,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR12 BYF
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 84,089 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 81,082 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 78,794 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 75,571 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 67,891 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 16 Aug 2021 67,768 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Aug 2020 63,885 miles

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

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub frame mounts corroded but not excessive

Offside Rear Inner slight corrosion by jacking point

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

Pass 30 Aug 2019 61,215 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 60,916 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 56,224 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 51,755 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 46,183 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 39,692 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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R12 BYF is a 2006 Bentley Continental in Blue with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2006 Bentley Continental models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 42,174 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 R12 BYF, 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 20 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 R12 BYF registered?

R12 BYF is a 2006 Bentley Continental, first registered on 31 January 2006.

Is R12 BYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R12 BYF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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