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T88 XLE

2005 Bentley Continental

Silver Petrol 5988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

92,674 mi
Last recorded92,674 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT88 XLE
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2022 92,674 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 92,658 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 87,813 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 81,742 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 73,669 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 68,988 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2015 64,760 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under tray fitted.

Pass 7 Nov 2014 59,153 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 56,527 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 53,131 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 47,522 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 42,648 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 37,132 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 37,132 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 28,747 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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T88 XLE is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Silver with a 5,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 T88 XLE, 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 T88 XLE registered?

T88 XLE is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is T88 XLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for T88 XLE 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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