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YK05 BSY

2005 Bentley Continental

Silver Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

60,352 mi
Last recorded60,352 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK05 BSY
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2021 60,352 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2021 60,219 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2021 60,219 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both Front Wiper Blades (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 1 May 2020 59,319 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 58,928 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 58,110 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017

covers & undertrays obscuring some components

dash dispaly central screen not working

Fail 13 Jun 2017

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative offside & nearside (1.7.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high will not adjust (1.8)

Nearside Front tyre has damage to outer wall and a split in the tread area but no cords clearly visible

covers & undertrays obscuring some components

dash dispaly central screen not working

Pass 4 Jul 2016 33,587 miles
Pass 4 May 2016

Both front tyres are cracking and also starting to wear on outer edge

Both rear tyres are starting to crack and also have outer sidewall damage

Centre caps fitted-Retainers not checked

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Front brake discs are slightly worn and lipped

Pass 16 Apr 2015 30,786 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 44,551 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 24,482 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 19,786 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 18,107 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 15,795 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 13,696 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 9,322 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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YK05 BSY is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Silver with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YK05 BSY, 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 YK05 BSY registered?

YK05 BSY is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 27 May 2005.

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