2012 Bentley Mulsanne 6.8L Petrol · PR51 EMM
2012 Bentley Mulsanne (6.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 46,334 miles. MOT expired on 30 Jul 2026. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- BENTLEY MULSANNE
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 30 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 46,334 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 6.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PR51 EMM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/08/2025
- 46,334 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PR51 EMM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (PR51 EMM) between April 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
PR51 EMM Mileage History
- 21/04/202239,024 mi
- 02/05/202341,951 mi+2,927 mi
- 12/06/202342,376 mi+425 mi
- 17/06/202444,518 mi+2,142 mi
- 01/08/202546,334 mi+1,816 mi
Average of roughly 2,228 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Bentley Bentley Mulsanne
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: BENTLEY MULSANNE
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Coolant Expansion Tank Leaks(Moderate)
The plastic expansion tanks can crack or the seals can fail, leading to slow coolant loss.
- 6.75L V8 Turbo Oil Feed Line Leaks(Serious)
The legendary 6.75-litre V8 uses turbo oil feed lines that can develop leaks as they age, leading to oil consumption, potential turbo damage, and in severe cases engine bay fires if oil contacts hot exhaust components.
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- Coolant Expansion Tank LeaksModerate
The plastic expansion tanks can crack or the seals can fail, leading to slow coolant loss.
- 6.75L V8 Turbo Oil Feed Line LeaksSerious
The legendary 6.75-litre V8 uses turbo oil feed lines that can develop leaks as they age, leading to oil consumption, potential turbo damage, and in severe cases engine bay fires if oil contacts hot exhaust components.
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