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BPH 805S

2008 Bentley Continental

Black Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

71,652 mi
Last recorded71,652 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Bentley Continental36,467 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPH 805S
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 71,652 miles

brake pad warning lamp illuminated

Pass 20 Nov 2024 71,214 miles

brake pad warning illuminated but brake pads ok.

Pass 11 Nov 2023 70,674 miles

brake pad warning lamp illuminated but brake pad linings ok.

Fail 11 Nov 2023 70,674 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

brake pad warning lamp illuminated but brake pad linings ok.

Pass 21 Dec 2022 70,206 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 65,677 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 65,522 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 60,310 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 60,101 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 58,546 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2018 58,542 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 275/35/20 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2017 50,067 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 45,515 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 34,325 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Feb 2014 27,875 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2013 22,087 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cut o/s/f tyre wall - not to cords.

front brake discs wearing.

Pass 8 Mar 2013 22,087 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cut o/s/f tyre wall - not to cords.

front brake discs wearing.

Pass 13 Jul 2012 20,671 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 28,810 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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BPH 805S is a 2008 Bentley Continental in Black with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BPH 805S, 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

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What year was BPH 805S registered?

BPH 805S is a 2008 Bentley Continental, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is BPH 805S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BPH 805S shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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