2022 Bentley Continental GT V8 Auto 4.0L Petrol · UUI 8

The most recent DVSA recorded test on 27 January 2026 resulted in a PASS with no defects or advisories noted, which is the position any prospective buyer would wish to see. Notably, an earlier test was logged on the same day as a FAIL but with no defects recorded; in practical terms this almost certainly indicates an administrative anomaly, a withdrawn record, or a test that was re-presented and passed immediately afterwards, rather than a genuine mechanical failure. Looking at the wider history, the only other entry is a PASS in January 2025 again with no recorded defects. The overall trend is therefore one of consistent compliance, with no advisory items accumulating year on year, no recurring component failures, and no recorded deterioration in emissions, braking efficiency, lighting, or structural condition. For a four-year-old Bentley, a clean and unblemished MOT record suggests the vehicle has been conscientiously presented for testing, though the absence of advisories should still be read in context given the very low mileage. With only 9,002 miles recorded against a four-year registration, this Continental GT has covered an average of roughly 2,250 miles per year, which is exceptionally low even for a luxury grand tourer and well below the typical annual mileage for a vehicle of this class. Such limited use brings its own set of mechanical considerations distinct from those associated with high-mileage wear. Extended periods of standing can lead to degraded brake fluid, perished rubber components, oxidised coolant, stale engine oil, and a discharged 12V battery, while brake discs are prone to surface corrosion and calliper pistons can seize from lack of regular actuation. Conversely, the engine, transmission, and drivetrain will have experienced very little mechanical wear, which is a positive indicator for long-term durability, particularly of the V8 powertrain and dual-clutch gearbox. For a prospective buyer, the clean MOT record means physical inspection takes precedence over reacting to specific advisories, and a number of age and standing-related checks are strongly advised. Tyres should be examined closely for sidewall cracking or perishing, as rubber compounds degrade with calendar age regardless of tread depth, and any tyres approaching or beyond four years from their DOT date stamp should be replaced on safety grounds. The brake discs should be inspected for severe circumferential corrosion or pitting, and the callipers should be checked for binding or seized sliders, which on a low-mileage car often manifests as uneven pad wear or a slight pulling sensation under braking. A test drive should include moderate braking from higher speeds to feel for any shudder, vibration, or pulsation through the pedal, and the car should be allowed to sit overnight before starting to monitor for any fluid weeping from under the engine, transmission, or axle areas. The 12V battery state of health should be formally load-tested, as low-mileage vehicles frequently suffer from chronically undercharged batteries, and the coolant, brake fluid, and differential oil should ideally be sampled or replaced on a calendar basis irrespective of the odometer reading. Finally, given the rarity of such a low-mileage example, it is worth verifying the service book stamps and main dealer or specialist servicing history, as Bentley schedules maintenance primarily on time rather than distance. Confirmation that the cambelt, spark plugs, and all fluids have been renewed in line with manufacturer time-based intervals will be far more telling than the odometer alone. A pre-purchase inspection by a marque specialist, including a scan of all control modules for historic fault codes and a borescope inspection of the combustion chambers, would be highly advisable to confirm the mechanical integrity of a car that has clearly been used sparingly but deserves the same rigorous scrutiny as a high-mileage example.