BENTLEY CONTINENTAL2007 · 6.0L PETROL

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of neglect regarding specific mechanical components. The most recent test on 22 October 2025 at 138,213 miles showed a pass despite a severely deteriorated offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot. This fault is a recurring issue, appearing in the 2024 and 2022 tests, indicating a consistent failure to address a known rubber component despite it being flagged across multiple consecutive MOT appointments. The mileage profile is consistent with a low-use luxury vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,274 miles per year. Between October 2021 at 135,774 miles and October 2025 at 138,213 miles, the car covered only 2,439 miles. This low annual usage suggests the vehicle spends long periods stationary, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components like CV boots and suspension bushings. The small gap in mileage between the last four tests explains why the faults are driven by age rather than high mechanical wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the offside front drive assembly to ensure the CV boot has finally been replaced. A persistent deteriorated boot allows grease to escape and grit to enter, leading to expensive catastrophic joint failure if ignored. Given the low mileage and age, the inspector should also check for signs of seized brake calipers or corrosion on the chassis, which are common in vehicles that sit between tests. The lack of structural advisories in the record suggests the body integrity remains sound, but the recurring drivetrain fault highlights a reactive rather than proactive approach to mechanical maintenance.