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B3 HGB

2008 Bentley Continental

Silver Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

49,945 mi
Last recorded49,945 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Bentley Continental36,467 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 HGB
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 49,945 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 48,881 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 47,802 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 45,975 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 44,271 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 43,524 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 41,825 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 39,662 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 36,971 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 34,423 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 31,402 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 27,743 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 23,079 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 19,540 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 19,039 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 15,089 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 15,089 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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B3 HGB is a 2008 Bentley Continental in Silver with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 B3 HGB, 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 B3 HGB?

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What year was B3 HGB registered?

B3 HGB is a 2008 Bentley Continental, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is B3 HGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 HGB shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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