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GRZ 223

2008 Bentley Continental

Blue Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

11,987 mi
Last recorded11,987 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Bentley Continental36,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRZ 223
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 11,987 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 11,041 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 10,181 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 7,989 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 7,728 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 7,399 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 7,074 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 6,251 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 5,782 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 5,501 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 5,124 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 4,464 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 4,464 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 3,875 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 2,914 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 2,768 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 2,701 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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GRZ 223 is a 2008 Bentley Continental in Blue 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 GRZ 223, 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 GRZ 223?

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What year was GRZ 223 registered?

GRZ 223 is a 2008 Bentley Continental, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is GRZ 223 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRZ 223 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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