2012 Bentley Mulsanne 6.8L Petrol · S55 VEW

The 2012 Bentley Mulsanne presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a completely clean MOT pass on 7 January 2026 at 78,806 miles with zero defects recorded. That result is the fifth consecutive clean or near-clean pass, indicating the vehicle has been kept in strong mechanical order through its most recent years of use. The mileage profile tells a clear story of low, consistent use. Between the December 2023 test at 69,844 miles and the January 2026 test at 78,806 miles, the car covered 8,962 miles in just over two years, a modest uptick from the longer-term average of roughly 5,600 miles per year. The 2022 record shows two tests within four months, the first at 65,235 miles in August and the second at 65,614 miles in December, suggesting a short period of slightly more frequent use before the car settled back into lighter duty. No gaps or sudden jumps in the odometer raise concerns about clocking or prolonged standing. The only defect on record is a minor advisory from 22 August 2022 for a slightly damaged nearside front outer tyre, a consumable item that has since been resolved with no recurrence. There are no flagged issues with brakes, suspension, steering, exhaust emissions, or structural corrosion across the entire history. For a vehicle of this age and value, that is an unusually clean record. A buyer should still carry out a thorough in-person inspection focused on areas the MOT does not fully stress-test. Check the condition of all four tyres, including sidewalls and date codes, given the car's low annual mileage and potential for age-related deterioration. Inspect suspension bushes, coil springs, and dampers for perishing or weeping, and examine the underside for any early signs of corrosion on subframes or mounting points. With a clean MOT history, the primary risk is not neglect but rather the long-term effects of light use and possible prolonged standing on seals, rubber components, and brake discs.