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HSM 82

2008 Bentley Continental

Blue Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

42,658 mi
Last recorded42,658 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Bentley Continental36,467 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHSM 82
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 42,658 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 39,763 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 36,410 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 33,685 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 30,702 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 28,297 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 27,600 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 24,359 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 22,689 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 21,094 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 32,785 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 19,632 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 18,796 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 17,858 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 15,245 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 12,033 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 12,033 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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HSM 82 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 HSM 82, 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 HSM 82?

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What year was HSM 82 registered?

HSM 82 is a 2008 Bentley Continental, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is HSM 82 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HSM 82 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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