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RA56 WDS

2006 Bentley Continental

Blue Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

17,171 mi
Last recorded17,171 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Bentley Continental42,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA56 WDS
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 17,171 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2025 15,150 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 14,912 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2023 14,112 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 13,425 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 13,098 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 13,000 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 12,766 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 12,436 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2017 12,316 miles

all four brake disc's light surface corrosion inner face

Pass 26 Jan 2016 11,905 miles

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

Fail 22 Jan 2016 11,901 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2015 11,873 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 10,777 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 10,440 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 10,177 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2011 9,408 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 8,820 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 7,711 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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RA56 WDS is a 2006 Bentley Continental in Blue with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 RA56 WDS, 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 RA56 WDS registered?

RA56 WDS is a 2006 Bentley Continental, first registered on 24 October 2006.

Is RA56 WDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA56 WDS shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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