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VX08 VPA

2008 Bentley Continental

Blue Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,000 mi
Last recorded76,000 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Bentley Continental36,467 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 VPA
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 12 Mar 2026 76,000 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 74,261 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 73,798 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 65,468 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 54,615 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 47,293 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 37,571 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 33,282 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2012 21,468 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 11,733 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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VX08 VPA is a 2008 Bentley Continental in Blue with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VX08 VPA, 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 VX08 VPA?

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What year was VX08 VPA registered?

VX08 VPA is a 2008 Bentley Continental, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is VX08 VPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX08 VPA shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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