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R23 DSW

2006 Bentley Continental

Black Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

73,508 mi
Last recorded73,508 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Bentley Continental42,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR23 DSW
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 73,508 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 71,605 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 70,555 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 68,623 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2023 68,617 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 31 Jan 2022 64,669 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 63,720 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 63,177 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 61,311 miles

Covers & Trays obstructing view

Pass 9 Jun 2018 58,413 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 56,433 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 54,892 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Dec 2014 45,371 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 34,240 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 32,721 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2011 30,150 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 27,985 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 24,820 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2009 24,739 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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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R23 DSW is a 2006 Bentley Continental in Black with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 R23 DSW, 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 R23 DSW registered?

R23 DSW is a 2006 Bentley Continental, first registered on 10 November 2006.

Is R23 DSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R23 DSW shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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