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X8 LYF

2008 Bentley Continental

Red Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

54,057 mi
Last recorded54,057 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Bentley Continental36,467 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX8 LYF
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 54,057 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 53,703 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 53,336 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2024 53,336 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 52,448 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 51,656 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 49,364 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 49,085 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 46,797 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 44,885 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 39,949 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 39,759 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 39,528 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 34,488 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 23,251 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 20,693 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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X8 LYF is a 2008 Bentley Continental in Red with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 X8 LYF, 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 X8 LYF?

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What year was X8 LYF registered?

X8 LYF is a 2008 Bentley Continental, first registered on 3 September 2008.

Is X8 LYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for X8 LYF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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