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W12 FES

2006 Bentley Continental

Silver Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

60,563 mi
Last recorded60,563 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Bentley Continental42,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW12 FES
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 60,563 miles

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

all 4 tyres cracking

Pass 28 Jun 2024 59,263 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 58,934 miles

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

all tyres slightly cracking

Pass 27 Apr 2022 57,049 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 56,295 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 54,312 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2019 53,614 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 52,376 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 50,466 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 48,327 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 46,443 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 44,611 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 43,429 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 42,005 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 40,038 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 40,018 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 38,799 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 36,216 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 34,266 miles

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

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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W12 FES is a 2006 Bentley Continental in Silver with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 W12 FES, 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 W12 FES registered?

W12 FES is a 2006 Bentley Continental, first registered on 11 January 2006.

Is W12 FES safe to buy?

The MOT history for W12 FES shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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