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PY57 VXL

2008 Bentley Continental

Green Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

93,503 mi
Last recorded93,503 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Bentley Continental36,467 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY57 VXL
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 93,503 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2025 90,897 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 88,293 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 May 2024 88,266 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 85,687 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 83,235 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2022 85,220 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 80,589 miles

Front and rear suspension components showing corrosion.

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 2 Oct 2020 79,593 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 77,797 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 75,453 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front inside face. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Under trays fitted.

Pass 2 Oct 2017 72,441 miles

Engine covers and under-trays fitted. Preventing full inspection of test items.

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 25 Oct 2016 68,693 miles

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

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

Under trays & engine covers fitted, not allowing full inspection of some components

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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PY57 VXL is a 2008 Bentley Continental in Green with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 PY57 VXL, 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 PY57 VXL registered?

PY57 VXL is a 2008 Bentley Continental, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is PY57 VXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for PY57 VXL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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