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X99 GAW

2005 Bentley Continental

Black Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

71,787 mi
Last recorded71,787 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX99 GAW
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2020 71,787 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 71,594 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 71,343 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 70,739 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 68,686 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 66,332 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 63,076 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 58,415 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Feb 2013 49,205 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2013 49,205 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

damage to nearside front wheel inner lip

Pass 15 Mar 2012 47,106 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 44,730 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 38,915 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 35,386 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 29,304 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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X99 GAW is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Black with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 X99 GAW, 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

How do I check the history of X99 GAW?

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What year was X99 GAW registered?

X99 GAW is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is X99 GAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X99 GAW shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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