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DF08 VFJ

2008 Bentley Continental

Blue Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

39,229 mi
Last recorded39,229 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Bentley Continental36,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF08 VFJ
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 39,229 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 37,736 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 36,217 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 34,835 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to crack (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to crack (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2022 34,790 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to crack (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to crack (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 Apr 2022 34,788 miles

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to crack (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to crack (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 32,778 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 31,754 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 29,944 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both fronts, note tyres are 12 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 28,122 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 27,612 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 26,516 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 24,696 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 21,773 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 19,562 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 17,169 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 14,932 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 12,670 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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DF08 VFJ is a 2008 Bentley Continental in Blue with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 DF08 VFJ, 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 DF08 VFJ registered?

DF08 VFJ is a 2008 Bentley Continental, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is DF08 VFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF08 VFJ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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