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RAP 81

2006 Bentley Continental

Green Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

55,122 mi
Last recorded55,122 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Bentley Continental42,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAP 81
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 55,122 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 53,477 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs inner. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play slight play. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jul 2025 53,476 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs inner. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play slight play. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 52,078 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2023 49,956 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 46,585 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 43,061 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 38,744 miles

Front brake pad sensor close to inner disc

Pass 4 May 2018 35,102 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 29,348 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 22,596 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2015 21,930 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2015 21,911 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 20,162 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 19,595 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 19,282 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 15,750 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 14,161 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 12,693 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 10,966 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 7,244 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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RAP 81 is a 2006 Bentley Continental in Green with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 RAP 81, 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 RAP 81 registered?

RAP 81 is a 2006 Bentley Continental, first registered on 26 May 2006.

Is RAP 81 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAP 81 shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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