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VX56 HTA

2006 Bentley Continental

Blue Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

69,165 mi
Last recorded69,165 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2024
Typical for 2006 Bentley Continental42,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX56 HTA
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2024 69,165 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 69,149 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 68,524 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

engine cover fitted. slight underbody corrosion.

Pass 9 Jun 2020 65,087 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2020 65,087 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

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

Pass 22 May 2019 61,805 miles

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

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

Offside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 15 Jun 2018 57,125 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 54,013 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 48,532 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit x2 and tyrewall damage (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 43,722 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 31,991 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 24,632 miles

Both rear tyres have cracks in the tread

Pass 24 May 2013 16,905 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 16,208 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 15,080 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 13,758 miles

offside front and offside rear and nearside rear tyres showing signs of cracking between treads.

Pass 21 Jan 2010 12,682 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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VX56 HTA is a 2006 Bentley Continental in Blue with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2006 Bentley Continental models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 42,174 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 VX56 HTA, 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 20 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 VX56 HTA registered?

VX56 HTA is a 2006 Bentley Continental, first registered on 3 November 2006.

Is VX56 HTA safe to buy?

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