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RON 917R

2005 Bentley Continental

Green Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

65,250 mi
Last recorded65,250 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRON 917R
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 65,250 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 60,316 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 58,960 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 51,288 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 47,096 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 73,864 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 45,759 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 71,805 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted repaired (5.2.2 (c) (i))

engine cover/under trays fitted

Pass 20 Jul 2017 69,129 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

engine cover/under trays fitted

Pass 18 Jul 2016 39,469 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 32,655 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 27,526 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 25,896 miles

tyre monitering system turned off at time of test

Pass 29 May 2012 25,295 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 23,993 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 20,097 miles

n/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 11 Sep 2009 14,842 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 14,842 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 9,237 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 8,230 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 8,230 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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RON 917R is a 2005 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 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 RON 917R, 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

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What year was RON 917R registered?

RON 917R is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 8 April 2005.

Is RON 917R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RON 917R 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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