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SNM 3

2005 Bentley Continental

Black Petrol 4887cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

17,000 mi
Last recorded17,000 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNM 3
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,887cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2023 17,000 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 13,515 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 12,848 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 12,475 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 11,942 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 9,618 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 9,618 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 7,779 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 6,910 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 5,940 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 2,970 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight play on steering box

Pass 29 Aug 2007 101,132 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 19 Sep 2005 99,292 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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SNM 3 is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Black with a 4,887cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SNM 3, 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 SNM 3 registered?

SNM 3 is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 27 September 2005.

Is SNM 3 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SNM 3 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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