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SF55 FNP

2005 Bentley Continental

Blue Petrol 5988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,247 mi
Last recorded123,247 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF55 FNP
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2023 123,247 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2022 113,870 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2021 110,191 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2020 104,926 miles

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

Fail 22 Jan 2020 104,926 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2018 96,911 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 91,650 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 83,340 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 83,314 miles

Offside Side repeater obscured more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 73,118 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2015 73,118 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative both front headlamps washers not working (1.7.2)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 62,684 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Nov 2013 51,738 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Nov 2012 39,359 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2012 39,343 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 22,264 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2011 21,530 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2011 21,530 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 31 Dec 2009 16,923 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 13,030 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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SF55 FNP is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Blue with a 5,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SF55 FNP, 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.

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What year was SF55 FNP registered?

SF55 FNP is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is SF55 FNP safe to buy?

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