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W12 RSP

2005 Bentley Continental

Black Petrol 6005cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

90,664 mi
Last recorded90,664 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW12 RSP
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,005cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 90,664 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2025 90,621 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 17 Sep 2024 89,844 miles

Coolant leak radiator ()

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Tyre pressure system switched off

Pass 12 Oct 2023 89,280 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 88,453 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 87,196 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 85,443 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 83,412 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 80,903 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 79,086 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 76,461 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 73,065 miles

Centre stop lamp not working.

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

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

Pass 9 May 2014 71,026 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 66,220 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 59,685 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 47,876 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 47,876 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 40,449 miles

chips windsreen

Pass 6 Jun 2009 32,131 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2009 32,131 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 25,812 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 RSP is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Black with a 6,005cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RSP, 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 RSP registered?

W12 RSP is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 14 June 2005.

Is W12 RSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for W12 RSP shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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