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1990 RC

2008 Bentley Continental

Silver Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

135,806 mi
Last recorded135,806 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Bentley Continental36,467 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration1990 RC
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 135,806 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 81,530 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 76,316 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 75,940 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2022 75,940 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 73,789 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 71,799 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 69,294 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 66,908 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 64,017 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 60,871 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 59,645 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 54,249 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 41,327 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 26,706 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 16,983 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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1990 RC is a 2008 Bentley Continental in Silver 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 1990 RC, 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.

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What year was 1990 RC registered?

1990 RC is a 2008 Bentley Continental, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is 1990 RC safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1990 RC 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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