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SWP 965

2005 Bentley Continental

Silver Petrol 6005cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,802 mi
Last recorded36,802 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWP 965
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,005cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2026 36,802 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 33,283 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 30,262 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 29,524 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 28,338 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 27,705 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 26,693 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 25,657 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 24,271 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 22,657 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 21,584 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 19,268 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 17,151 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 14,069 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 12,504 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 10,507 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2010 7,772 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 3,934 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 3,389 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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SWP 965 is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Silver with a 6,005cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SWP 965, 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 SWP 965?

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What year was SWP 965 registered?

SWP 965 is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is SWP 965 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWP 965 shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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