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8289 WB

2009 Bentley Continental

Black Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

75,514 mi
Last recorded75,514 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Bentley Continental34,477 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration8289 WB
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 75,514 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 74,625 miles

covers fitted obscuring some components in engine bay

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Apr 2024 73,399 miles

covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Apr 2023 71,449 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2022 69,378 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 64,965 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 May 2021 64,965 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2020 61,448 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 61,031 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 59,176 miles

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

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 6 May 2017 57,071 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 54,452 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 50,440 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 47,405 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 39,164 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 25,541 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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8289 WB is a 2009 Bentley Continental in Black with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2009 Bentley Continental models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.1% with a typical mileage of 34,477 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 8289 WB, 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 17 years old, this Bentley Continental is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 8289 WB registered?

8289 WB is a 2009 Bentley Continental, first registered on 2 March 2009.

Is 8289 WB safe to buy?

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