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LJ08 ECF

2008 Bentley Continental

Blue Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

87,789 mi
Last recorded87,789 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2016
Typical for 2008 Bentley Continental36,467 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 ECF
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2016 87,789 miles

Nearside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended Rear arm (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended Rear arm (2.4.F.3)

Fail 15 Nov 2016 87,789 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear Outer Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended Rear arm (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended Rear arm (2.4.F.3)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 78,953 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 66,540 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 48,369 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 18 Sep 2012 48,369 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 19,423 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 19,423 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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LJ08 ECF is a 2008 Bentley Continental in Blue with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LJ08 ECF, 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 LJ08 ECF registered?

LJ08 ECF is a 2008 Bentley Continental, first registered on 3 March 2008.

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