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2008 BENTLEY CONTINENTAL6.0L Petrol

5 RPL

Vehicle Insight Summary

Considering this 2008 BENTLEY CONTINENTAL? It's a Petrol with a 5998cc engine showing 32,082 miles. MOT is valid and it's not currently taxed. View the full DVLA history below.

MOT
Valid
Expires 29/03/2027
Tax
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Fuel
Petrol
Year
2008
Engine
5998cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The 2008 Bentley Continental presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 30 March 2026 at 32,082 miles passed with no defects recorded, continuing an unbroken run of clean MOT outcomes across the available history. Recorded mileage sits at 32,082 miles against an 18 year lifespan, equating to roughly 1,782 miles per year. The DVSA entries show gentle, consistent use: 30,292 miles in March 2022, 30,406 in February 2023, 30,780 in February 2024, 31,536 in March 2025, and 32,082 in March 2026. No gaps or sudden accumulation appear. The sparse, fault-free record implies the previous keepers stored the car for long periods and carried out basic upkeep, though low standing mileage often masks perished seals and flat-spotted tyres unseen by the tester. A buyer should still commission an in-person inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers for binding after storage. Drivetrain breather hoses and coolant lines on a low-use Continental warrant pressure testing. Structural underbody corrosion around subframes and sills needs checking despite the clean advisories. The absence of recorded advisories across five tests suggests no worsening mechanical trend. Verify the odometer against service stamps before purchase, as the low figure raises the risk of unrecorded intermittent use or clocking.

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✓ Valid MOT
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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 16:56
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The 2008 Bentley Continental presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 30 March 2026 at 32,082 miles passed with no defects recorded, continuing an unbroken run of clean MOT outcomes across the available history. Recorded mileage sits at 32,082 miles against an 18 year lifespan, equating to roughly 1,782 miles per year. The DVSA entries show gentle, consistent use: 30,292 miles in March 2022, 30,406 in February 2023, 30,780 in February 2024, 31,536 in March 2025, and 32,082 in March 2026. No gaps or sudden accumulation appear. The sparse, fault-free record implies the previous keepers stored the car for long periods and carried out basic upkeep, though low standing mileage often masks perished seals and flat-spotted tyres unseen by the tester. A buyer should still commission an in-person inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers for binding after storage. Drivetrain breather hoses and coolant lines on a low-use Continental warrant pressure testing. Structural underbody corrosion around subframes and sills needs checking despite the clean advisories. The absence of recorded advisories across five tests suggests no worsening mechanical trend. Verify the odometer against service stamps before purchase, as the low figure raises the risk of unrecorded intermittent use or clocking.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

This 2008 Bentley Continental (5 RPL) has a recorded MOT history spanning from March 2022 to March 2026, with 5 MOT tests on record.

With 5 passes and 0 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 100%. The car boasts an impressive record, which typically reflects a conscientious ownership history.

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