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RK05 AFZ

2005 Bentley Continental

Black Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

73,606 mi
Last recorded73,606 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK05 AFZ
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 73,606 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 Jun 2026 73,605 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2025 69,231 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2024 69,117 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2022 67,621 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 66,115 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 63,800 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2018 60,795 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 59,584 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 275-35-20 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 275-35-20 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Dec 2016 55,250 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 54,235 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 50,264 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 47,391 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 43,502 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 40,447 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 36,007 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 29,450 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 28,545 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 24,852 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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RK05 AFZ is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Black with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 RK05 AFZ, 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

How do I check the history of RK05 AFZ?

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What year was RK05 AFZ registered?

RK05 AFZ is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 29 May 2005.

Is RK05 AFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK05 AFZ 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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