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RX08 CVU

2008 Bentley Continental

Black Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

24,259 mi
Last recorded24,259 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Bentley Continental36,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX08 CVU
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Fail 21 Jun 2024 24,259 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 23,632 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2022 23,214 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 23,207 miles

all four tyres have cracks in the tread

Fail 21 May 2020 23,207 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

all four tyres have cracks in the tread

Pass 19 Dec 2018 35,178 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 20,255 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 19,105 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 15,733 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 14,809 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 12,695 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 12,199 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 12,152 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 11,133 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 10,808 miles

offside front inner tyre wall has slight cut in it.

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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RX08 CVU is a 2008 Bentley Continental in Black with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 RX08 CVU, 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 RX08 CVU?

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What year was RX08 CVU registered?

RX08 CVU is a 2008 Bentley Continental, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is RX08 CVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX08 CVU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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