2005 Bentley Continental 6.0L Petrol · HIA 1

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean MOT pass in December 2025. The maintenance trend appears stable, despite a minor failure during that same test session at 73,008 miles. The tester flagged a nearside front tyre with a structural lump, which was immediately rectified to achieve the passing result. Prior to this, the vehicle maintained a clean record with no recorded defects for several years, suggesting generally diligent upkeep. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,500 miles per year. The data shows consistent but infrequent usage, moving from 66,164 miles in August 2022 to 73,008 miles by December 2025. While this low mileage suggests the drivetrain has not faced heavy mechanical stress, the long periods of standing inherent in such a usage pattern can often lead to age-related degradation of rubber-based components and fluid- on metal surfaces that is not always captured in a standard MOT inspection. A buyer should pay close attention to the braking system, as the 2022 test at 66,164 miles identified all four brake discs as worn, pitted, or scored. Given the low mileage, these components may have suffered from surface corrosion or seized calipers if the car sits for extended periods. The physical inspection should also focus on the suspension bushings and air bellows, as these parts often perish or crack over time regardless of the distance driven. Checking the structural integrity of the chassis for deep-seated corrosion is also vital, although the record has not flagged any structural failures to date.