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V12 LXC

2008 Bentley Continental

Black Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

24,755 mi
Last recorded24,755 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Bentley Continental36,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV12 LXC
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 24,755 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2025 23,560 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 20,304 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 19,299 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 16,959 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 16,906 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 16,446 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 15,977 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 15,698 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 15,698 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 14,142 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 11,848 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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V12 LXC is a 2008 Bentley Continental in Black with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 V12 LXC, 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 V12 LXC registered?

V12 LXC is a 2008 Bentley Continental, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is V12 LXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V12 LXC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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