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VX56 HTP

2006 Bentley Continental

Silver Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,013 mi
Last recorded50,013 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Bentley Continental42,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX56 HTP
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 9 Feb 2026 50,013 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 48,087 miles

EML ON

Pass 28 Feb 2024 47,166 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 46,020 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 44,764 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 43,921 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 43,073 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 42,421 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 41,607 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 40,298 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 37,412 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 34,403 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jan 2014 29,975 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 25,373 miles

lower effort on neraside park brake

Pass 27 Feb 2012 21,974 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 20,065 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 13,201 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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VX56 HTP is a 2006 Bentley Continental in Silver with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HTP, 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

How do I check the history of VX56 HTP?

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What year was VX56 HTP registered?

VX56 HTP is a 2006 Bentley Continental, first registered on 27 October 2006.

Is VX56 HTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX56 HTP shows 17 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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