BENTLEY CONTINENTAL2010 · 6.0L PETROL

This 2010 Bentley Continental has a very recent MOT history that is worth close attention. The car passed on 15 May 2026 with no defects, but that pass came just four days after a failure on 11 May 2026. The failure was caused by a nearside rear brake that was excessively binding, plus corrosion and pitting on both rear brake discs and the nearside front disc. The fact that the binding brake was serious enough to cause a fail, and that the discs were noted as worn, suggests the braking system needed immediate work before the pass was issued. The mechanical pattern here is a recurring one. In the 2021 test, corrosion was noted on the inner faces of the front and offside rear brake discs. The 2026 failure shows the same issue has returned, now affecting both rear discs and the nearside front disc. This indicates that corrosion on the brake discs is a persistent problem, likely linked to the car's low mileage and periods of standing. The binding brake on the nearside rear is a new, more serious development that could point to a sticking caliper or seized slider pins, which is a common issue on cars that are not driven regularly. The condition trend is worsening.