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KR02 RYS

2008 Bentley Continental

Grey Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

40,916 mi
Last recorded40,916 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Bentley Continental36,467 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR02 RYS
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 40,916 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2024 39,363 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 38,022 miles

Front brake discs corroded on inner face.

High level stop lamp not working.

Offside front, offside rear and Nearside rear tyres all showing signs of cracking between treads.

Wiper blades juddering.

Pass 12 Dec 2022 36,483 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 32,675 miles

Both front brake discs scored on inner face.

Pass 23 Oct 2020 29,982 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 27,902 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 24,914 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 22,614 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front inner faces (3.5.1i)

Fail 17 Nov 2017 22,570 miles

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front inner faces (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 18,027 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 14,982 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 13,632 miles

both front brake discs corroded on inner face.

both front tyres cracking on outer edges.

Pass 29 Oct 2013 12,571 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 11,286 miles

1 of 4 number plate lamp loose/ insecure.

Pass 18 Oct 2011 10,364 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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KR02 RYS is a 2008 Bentley Continental in Grey with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 KR02 RYS, 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.

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What year was KR02 RYS registered?

KR02 RYS is a 2008 Bentley Continental, first registered on 31 October 2008.

Is KR02 RYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR02 RYS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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