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E652 CJA

1988 Bentley Eight

Grey Petrol 6750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

119,999 mi
Last recorded119,999 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Bentley Eight85,258 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE652 CJA
MakeBentley
ModelEight
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,750cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 119,999 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2025 119,999 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 119,999 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 119,999 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2019 119,999 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2013 119,996 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 119,980 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 119,643 miles

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 11 Feb 2009 119,642 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jan 2008 119,582 miles

How Reliable is the Bentley Eight?

Based on 7,125 MOT tests across 539 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
515
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
539
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 540
parking brake recording little or no effort 277
Brake pipe excessively corroded 100
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 99
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 93
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E652 CJA is a 1988 Bentley Eight in Grey with a 6,750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1988 Bentley Eight models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 85,258 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bentley Eight fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 540 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E652 CJA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley Eight typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 38 years old, this Bentley Eight is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E652 CJA registered?

E652 CJA is a 1988 Bentley Eight, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E652 CJA safe to buy?

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