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DK08 FON

2008 Bentley Continental

Grey Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

68,394 mi
Last recorded68,394 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Bentley Continental36,467 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 FON
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 68,394 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 67,798 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 65,489 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 59,912 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 53,305 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 50,093 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 46,643 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 43,355 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 38,744 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 32,481 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 30,527 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 28,734 miles

Auto headlamp fault indicator on dash display

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Nov 2014 28,729 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Auto headlamp fault indicator on dash display

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Nov 2013 26,618 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 26,618 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 22,186 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 18,341 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 14,380 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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DK08 FON is a 2008 Bentley Continental in Grey with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 DK08 FON, 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 DK08 FON?

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What year was DK08 FON registered?

DK08 FON is a 2008 Bentley Continental, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is DK08 FON safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK08 FON shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DK08 FON have outstanding finance?

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