2005 Bentley Flying Spur 6.0L Petrol · FJ55 JJZ
2005 Bentley Flying Spur (6.0L, petrol). First registered 13 Oct 2005. Recorded mileage 64,685 miles. MOT valid until 06 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- BENTLEY FLYING SPUR
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 64,685 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 6.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FJ55 JJZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/08/2026
- 64,685 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FJ55 JJZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Bentley Flying Spur (FJ55 JJZ) between October 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 08 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”; “Horn not working (7.7 (a))”.
FJ55 JJZ Mileage History
- 25/10/202361,408 mi
- 06/01/202564,573 mi+3,165 mi
- 28/01/202564,576 mi+3 mi
- 26/01/202664,672 mi+96 mi
- 08/08/202664,685 mi+13 mi
Average of roughly 1,176 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: BENTLEY FLYING SPUR
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Secondary Air Injection Pump Failure(Moderate)
The pumps for the emissions system can ingest moisture and fail, triggering a Check Engine Light.
- Air Suspension Compressor Burnout(Serious)
The heavy weight of the Flying Spur puts enormous strain on the air suspension compressor. When air struts develop slow leaks, the compressor runs continuously to maintain ride height, eventually overheating and burning out.
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- Secondary Air Injection Pump FailureModerate
The pumps for the emissions system can ingest moisture and fail, triggering a Check Engine Light.
- Air Suspension Compressor BurnoutSerious
The heavy weight of the Flying Spur puts enormous strain on the air suspension compressor. When air struts develop slow leaks, the compressor runs continuously to maintain ride height, eventually overheating and burning out.
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