BENTLEY CONTINENTAL GT V8 AUTO2022 · 4.0L PETROL

The 2022 Bentley Continental GT V8 presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, with the most recent MOT conducted on 19 May 2026 at 11,895 miles recording a clean pass with zero defects. This marks a clear step forward from the previous test on 23 April 2025 at 10,465 miles, where both front tyres were flagged for wear close to the legal limit. The absence of any advisories or failures in the latest inspection suggests the front tyres have been replaced and the vehicle is currently in strong mechanical order. The mileage profile is notably low. Across roughly four years of ownership, the car has covered just 11,895 miles, averaging approximately 2,974 miles per year. The gap between the two recorded tests shows an accumulation of only 1,430 miles over a thirteen-month period, confirming very light use. Such low annual mileage can be a double-edged sword. On one hand, it limits wear on drivetrain components, suspension bushes, and brake discs. On the other, prolonged periods of standing can lead to flat-spotted tyres, moisture ingress in the exhaust system, and deterioration of rubber seals and flexible brake hoses through age rather than use. The only recurring fault category in the record is front tyre wear. Both nearside and offside front tyres were flagged in April 2025, indicating uneven wear patterns that could point to alignment issues, aggressive driving, or simply the car's high torque and rear-biased weight distribution scrubbing the fronts. A prospective buyer should inspect the current front tyres closely for inner and outer edge wear, and request evidence of a four-wheel alignment check. The rear tyres should also be examined, as Bentley's V8 drivetrain places significant demand on them, and uneven wear there would suggest neglected rotation intervals. Beyond tyres, the low-mileage profile warrants a focused inspection of components that degrade with time rather than distance. Check the condition of all brake flexible hoses for perishing, inspect the exhaust system for surface corrosion from short-run moisture retention, and examine the underside and subframes for any early signs of structural rust despite the car's age. The suspension, particularly front lower arm bushes and anti-roll bar links, should be assessed for cracking from age-related rubber deterioration. A clean MOT record is encouraging, but hands-on verification of these time-sensitive components remains essential before purchase.