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W12 FFC

2005 Bentley Continental

Black Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

54,491 mi
Last recorded54,491 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW12 FFC
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 54,491 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 53,319 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 52,214 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 52,200 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 51,557 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 50,930 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 50,106 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 48,090 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 41,684 miles

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

brake pad warning light on

offside front tyre on 2.5mm 275/35/20

Pass 29 Jan 2015 34,511 miles

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge 275/35/20

Pass 21 Oct 2013 24,391 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 21,029 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 17,991 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 17,847 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 16,655 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 15,596 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2010 15,583 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 14,198 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 12,680 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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W12 FFC is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Black with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 FFC, 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

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What year was W12 FFC registered?

W12 FFC is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is W12 FFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W12 FFC 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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