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YU05 VRM

2005 Bentley Continental

Silver Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

79,146 mi
Last recorded79,146 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 Bentley Continental44,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU05 VRM
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2022 79,146 miles

Nearside Front tyre splitting and cracking apart 275/35zr20

Offside Front tyre splitting and cracking apart 275/35zr20

Pass 22 Oct 2021 79,065 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 78,991 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 78,585 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 75,841 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2016 71,111 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 68,827 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2014 67,971 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 66,025 miles

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

nsf tyre cut in sidewall not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Pass 26 Mar 2012 60,984 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Mar 2011 51,286 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 51,286 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 4 May 2010 38,713 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 29,906 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 28,266 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 24,646 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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YU05 VRM is a 2005 Bentley Continental in Silver with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YU05 VRM, 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 YU05 VRM registered?

YU05 VRM is a 2005 Bentley Continental, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is YU05 VRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YU05 VRM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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