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A5 LPL

2008 Bentley Continental

Silver Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

50,552 mi
Last recorded50,552 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Bentley Continental36,467 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 LPL
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 50,552 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 50,178 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 47,830 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 46,401 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 40,274 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 33,146 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 31,979 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 25,574 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 25,472 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 22,510 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 17,579 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 8,827 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 3,019 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 3,019 miles

How Reliable is the Bentley Continental?

Based on 209,069 MOT tests across 16,051 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
2,167
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
16,051
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 937
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 889
Headlamp cleaning device inoperative 815
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 790
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 644
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A5 LPL is a 2008 Bentley Continental in Silver with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2008 Bentley Continental models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 36,467 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bentley Continental fails its MOT is tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords, accounting for 937 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A5 LPL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley Continental typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Bentley Continental is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A5 LPL?

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What year was A5 LPL registered?

A5 LPL is a 2008 Bentley Continental, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is A5 LPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 LPL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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