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W12 POA

2005 Bentley Continental

Silver Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

86,028 mi
Last recorded86,028 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW12 POA
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 86,028 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 81,144 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 80,123 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 75,661 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 71,322 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 68,770 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 65,941 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2019 63,827 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

bonnet only catching 1 side but secure

Pass 8 Mar 2017 60,529 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2017 60,529 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 58,438 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2016 58,419 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both Headlamp washers inoperative (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Side wall cuts

O/S/ R tyre cracking

Warning light on dash

Pass 2 Feb 2015 53,140 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 51,194 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 48,655 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2012 43,196 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Slight damage to nearside rear tyre inner sidewall

Pass 11 Feb 2011 38,642 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 35,502 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 28,810 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 18,296 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 POA is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Silver with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 POA, 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 POA registered?

W12 POA is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 21 March 2005.

Is W12 POA safe to buy?

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