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V12 HDM

2005 Bentley Continental

Green Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,707 mi
Last recorded16,707 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV12 HDM
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 1 Sep 2025 16,707 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 16,492 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 16,343 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 16,217 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 15,245 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 14,944 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 14,114 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 13,417 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 13,292 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 13,011 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 12,985 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 12,517 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 12,266 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 11,770 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 11,246 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 10,296 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 7,545 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 6,297 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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V12 HDM is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Green with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 V12 HDM, 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 V12 HDM?

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What year was V12 HDM registered?

V12 HDM is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 8 April 2005.

Is V12 HDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V12 HDM shows 18 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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