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YG55 SJJ

2006 Bentley Continental

Grey Petrol 5988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

66,138 mi
Last recorded66,138 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Bentley Continental42,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG55 SJJ
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,988cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 66,138 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 100,446 miles

Offside Driver's view through swept area slightly affected by an obstruction - mobile device cradle

fuel cap seal deteriorated

Fail 30 Aug 2024 100,446 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cord visible within deep cut in outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high won't adjust (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high won't adjust (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cord visible within damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Driver's view through swept area slightly affected by an obstruction - mobile device cradle

fuel cap seal deteriorated

Pass 8 Aug 2023 61,079 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 55,996 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 54,847 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 53,520 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 53,052 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 52,894 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 52,544 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 51,577 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 82,946 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2015 50,225 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 50,224 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 47,914 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 70,378 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 37,511 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 29,019 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 33,655 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 11,068 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 10,204 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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YG55 SJJ is a 2006 Bentley Continental in Grey with a 5,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 YG55 SJJ, 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 YG55 SJJ registered?

YG55 SJJ is a 2006 Bentley Continental, first registered on 3 January 2006.

Is YG55 SJJ safe to buy?

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