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SAL 287

2006 Bentley Continental

Blue Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

66,564 mi
Last recorded66,564 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Bentley Continental42,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAL 287
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 66,564 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2022 65,599 miles

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

Rear Both Drive shafts Corroded

Pass 16 Sep 2021 65,656 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 62,263 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 61,567 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 60,472 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 59,668 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 58,514 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 58,079 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

surface corrosion to all brake discs

various dash board warning lights on

Pass 1 Aug 2013 51,503 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 48,797 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 42,220 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

front inner brake pads wearing low.

rear brake pads wearing low.

Pass 13 Oct 2010 33,525 miles

n/s/r tyre has a small cut on outer sidewall.

n/s/r tyre wearing low on edges(2mm).

slight corrosion on front brake discs.

Fail 12 Oct 2010 33,525 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

n/s/r tyre has a small cut on outer sidewall.

n/s/r tyre wearing low on edges(2mm).

slight corrosion on front brake discs.

Pass 7 Apr 2009 23,197 miles

nearside front wheel rim damaged.cuts in nearside front and rear outer tyre walls.offside and nearside front anti roll bar drop links worn.

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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SAL 287 is a 2006 Bentley Continental in Blue with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 SAL 287, 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 SAL 287 registered?

SAL 287 is a 2006 Bentley Continental, first registered on 2 March 2006.

Is SAL 287 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAL 287 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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