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888 SMF

2008 Bentley Continental

Grey Petrol 5988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

64,270 mi
Last recorded64,270 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Bentley Continental36,467 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration888 SMF
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 64,270 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 63,537 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 62,734 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 60,901 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 60,895 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 60,473 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 60,321 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2018 60,213 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 55,741 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 55,301 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 54,488 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 54,488 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 53,503 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2014 53,503 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Jan 2013 52,318 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 50,125 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 41,857 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2009 29,697 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Jan 2009 16,943 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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888 SMF is a 2008 Bentley Continental in Grey with a 5,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 888 SMF, 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 888 SMF?

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What year was 888 SMF registered?

888 SMF is a 2008 Bentley Continental, first registered on 7 January 2008.

Is 888 SMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 888 SMF shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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