2006 Bentley Continental 6.0L Petrol · W12 XLC
2006 Bentley Continental (6.0L, petrol). First registered 23 Jan 2006. Recorded mileage 120,190 miles. MOT expired on 01 Aug 2024.
- Make & Model
- BENTLEY CONTINENTAL
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 01 Aug 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 120,190 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 6.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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W12 XLC Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/08/2023
- 120,190 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
W12 XLC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Bentley Continental (W12 XLC) between July 2022 and August 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are 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.
W12 XLC Mileage History
- 28/07/2022116,583 mi
- 03/08/2023120,190 mi+3,607 mi
Average of roughly 3,551 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Bentley Bentley Continental GT (Mk1)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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- W12 Vacuum Pipe FailureSerious
Plastic vacuum pipes located behind the engine and over the gearbox become brittle from heat and crack, causing boost leaks and rough idling.
- Air Strut LeakageSerious
The rubber air bags in the suspension struts perish and leak, often leading to a burnt-out compressor.
- Electrical Drain / Battery FailureModerate
The dual-battery system (one for starting, one for systems) can be drained by modules that fail to "sleep," leading to numerous false error messages.
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