2006 Bentley Continental 6.0L Petrol · LF06 PXK

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While it passed its most recent test in July 2026 at 105,103 miles, it failed just nine days prior at 105,094 miles. This recent failure revealed worn front rear lower arm bushes and a perished offside rear tyre. The presence of a non-excessive oil leak noted in the latest pass suggests a persistent issue that requires monitoring to ensure it does not escalate into a significant mechanical failure. The mileage profile is notably low for a twenty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,255 miles per year. There is a significant period of clean operation between 2018 and 2021 where the car passed with no recorded defects. However, the frequency of failures has increased in the last three years, with the vehicle covering roughly 7,500 miles between 2023 and 2026. This suggests that while the car is driven sparingly, the rubber-based components and suspension elements are suffering from age-related degradation despite the low distance traveled. A buyer must pay close attention to the front suspension geometry, as the record shows recurring issues with arm pins, bushes, and ball joints across multiple years. The 2024 and 2023 failures also highlighted deteriorated CV boots and gaiters, which if left unaddressed, lead to expensive driveshaft failures. The physical inspection should also verify the integrity of the oil seals and check the condition of all tyres, as the inner edge cracking on the offside rear indicates they may require immediate replacement regardless of tread depth.