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GT55 EED

2008 Bentley Continental

Black Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

62,966 mi
Last recorded62,966 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Bentley Continental36,467 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGT55 EED
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 62,966 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 61,029 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 56,068 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 51,287 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 51,092 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 50,246 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 49,967 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 48,019 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 47,866 miles

Engine covers fitted

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Outer number plate light not working

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under shields fitted

Pass 17 Mar 2016 44,375 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 40,918 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Feb 2015 40,916 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

both park brake motors cracked

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2014 35,108 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 34,285 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 29,003 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 22,169 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 20,796 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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GT55 EED is a 2008 Bentley Continental in Black 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 GT55 EED, 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 GT55 EED registered?

GT55 EED is a 2008 Bentley Continental, first registered on 4 January 2008.

Is GT55 EED safe to buy?

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