Bentley Continental Gt V8 Auto
From 2,617 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Older Continental Gt V8 Autos fare better: 2021 models pass at 94.8% vs 97.9% for 2020.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements and windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 36 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a tyre seriously damaged | 36 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 7 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 4 |
| lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer | 3 |
| number plate missing or so insecure that it is likely to fall off | 3 |
| a tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative | 2 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 2 |
| a tyre has a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure. this includes any lifting of the tread rubber | 1 |
| bumper insecure or with damage likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted | 1 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 94.8% | a tyre seriously damaged, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements |
| 2020 | 97.9% | a tyre seriously damaged, windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view |
| 2019 | 99.4% | a tyre seriously damaged |
Typical mileage
Half of all Continental Gt V8 Autos tested had between 10,123 and 14,085 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 11,952 median miles, the Continental Gt V8 Auto has 0.029 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Bentley models
| Bentley Continental | 93.1% |
| Bentley Continental Gt | 96.8% |
| Bentley Bentayga | 96.9% |
| Bentley Arnage | 90.3% |
| Bentley Mulsanne | 94.8% |
Common questions
What is the Bentley Continental Gt V8 Auto MOT pass rate?
The Bentley Continental Gt V8 Auto has a 96.5% MOT pass rate based on 2,617 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Bentley Continental Gt V8 Auto?
The most common MOT failure on the Bentley Continental Gt V8 Auto is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 36 failures. Other common issues include number plate does not conform to the specified requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Bentley Continental Gt V8 Auto at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Bentley Continental Gt V8 Auto is 11,952 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 10,123 and 14,085 miles.
Buying a used Continental Gt V8 Auto?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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