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V2 VMH

2005 Bentley Continental

Black Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

85,094 mi
Last recorded85,094 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV2 VMH
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 85,094 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Cloudy (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 26 Mar 2026 85,094 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Cloudy (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 85,018 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2024 85,018 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 84,936 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2023 84,936 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2022 84,181 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 83,472 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2020 81,912 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 79,796 miles

Engine and under covers fitted

Pass 23 May 2018 79,356 miles

Engine and under covers fitted

Pass 25 May 2017 78,855 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 78,413 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 78,055 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Apr 2014 74,938 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 66,001 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2012 59,626 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 52,980 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 47,239 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 40,116 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 32,909 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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V2 VMH is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Black with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 V2 VMH, 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 V2 VMH?

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What year was V2 VMH registered?

V2 VMH is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 1 April 2005.

Is V2 VMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for V2 VMH shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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