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MY08 MLC

2008 Bentley Continental

Grey Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

65,298 mi
Last recorded65,298 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Bentley Continental36,467 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMY08 MLC
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 65,298 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2025 62,385 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2025 57,258 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 56,270 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 49,563 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s/f an n/s/r an o/s/r (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Mar 2023 49,558 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s/f an n/s/r an o/s/r (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 47,229 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 44,791 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 44,386 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 43,603 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 43,080 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 8 Apr 2016 42,087 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 41,084 miles

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 39,623 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 34,933 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 33,733 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2012 29,020 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2012 29,020 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2011 18,220 miles

both front anti roll bar drop links showing signs of wear.

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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MY08 MLC is a 2008 Bentley Continental in Grey with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 MY08 MLC, 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 MY08 MLC registered?

MY08 MLC is a 2008 Bentley Continental, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is MY08 MLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MY08 MLC shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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