Bentley Bentayga MOT pass rate and common problems
97.4% of 10,083 Bentley Bentayga MOT tests pass.
The Bentayga has a pass rate of 97.4%, a little higher than the average across all Bentley models (95.0%).
The Bentley Bentayga passes its MOT 97.4% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate eases gradually with age, from 99.3% at 0–3 years to 96.7% at 6–10 years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 99.3% | 1,121 | 22,322 miles |
| 3–6 years | 97.7% | 3,952 | 29,722 miles |
| 6–10 years | 96.7% | 5,010 | 46,076 miles |
| 10–15 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 15+ years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Bentley Bentayga
The most common reason the Bentley Bentayga fails its MOT is tyres — present in 36.0% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 36.0% | Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 14.0% | Projected beam image is obviously incorrect |
| Suspension | 9.6% | Pin or bush excessively worn |
| Identification of the vehicle | 9.0% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 8.1% | Obviously modified |
| Brakes | 6.8% | Worn down to wear indicator |
| Visibility | 3.7% | Provides insufficient washer liquid |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 2.8% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Road Wheels | 0.6% | Distorted to the extent the tyre is likely to become detached |
Buying a used Bentley Bentayga: what to check
These checks follow the Bentley Bentayga’s own MOT record: the areas it fails on most often, and how that changes as the car gets older. None of them replaces a mechanic’s inspection, but they tell you where to look first.
1. Tyres
Recorded in 36.0% of failed Bentley Bentayga MOTs. 1.4% of tests at 3–6 years failed on tyres, against 0.6% at 0–3 years.
Check tread depth across the whole width of every tyre, including the inner edge. Uneven wear can point to alignment or suspension problems. Look for cuts and bulges in the sidewalls.
2. Lights and electrics
Recorded in 14.0% of failed Bentley Bentayga MOTs.
Walk round with the lights on: headlights (dipped and main), indicators, brake lights, fog light and number-plate lamp. Check the dashboard warning lights come on with the ignition, then go out once the engine starts.
3. Suspension
Recorded in 9.6% of failed Bentley Bentayga MOTs.
Listen for knocks over bumps and speed humps, and check the car sits level. Push down on each corner: it should settle rather than keep bouncing.
4. Number plates and VIN
Recorded in 9.0% of failed Bentley Bentayga MOTs.
Match the registration plates and the VIN (usually at the base of the windscreen and on a door pillar) to the V5C.
5. Exhaust, emissions and leaks
Recorded in 8.1% of failed Bentley Bentayga MOTs.
Look under the car for fresh oil or coolant, and listen for blows or rattles from the exhaust. Watch for smoke from the tailpipe when the engine starts and when you accelerate.
Check the car’s own MOT history. Averages describe the model, not the car in front of you. Look up its registration for past failures, advisories that were never fixed, and gaps or dips in the recorded mileage.
Ask for the service history. Invoices show what was done and when; a stamp alone shows less. See how to check Bentley service history and what a service history check can tell you.
Related Bentley models
- Bentley Continental — 95.3% pass rate
- Bentley Arnage — 92.3% pass rate
- Bentley Mulsanne — 95.9% pass rate
- Bentley Turbo — 87.1% pass rate
- Bentley Flying Spur — 96.6% pass rate
- Bentley Brooklands — 88.7% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Bentley Bentayga?
- 97.4% of Bentley Bentayga MOT tests pass, based on 10,083 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Bentley Bentayga?
- The most common reason the Bentley Bentayga fails its MOT is tyres — present in 36.0% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords".
- What are the common problems with the Bentley Bentayga?
- Going by its MOT results, the most common problem areas on the Bentley Bentayga are tyres; lights and electrics; suspension. 1.4% of tests at 3–6 years failed on tyres, against 0.6% at 0–3 years.
- What should I check when buying a used Bentley Bentayga?
- Start with the areas it most often fails its MOT on: tyres; lights and electrics; suspension; number plates and vin; exhaust, emissions and leaks. Then check the specific car's MOT history by registration for failures, advisories and mileage, and ask the seller for service invoices.
- Does this show the Bentley Bentayga's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the Bentley service history guide for how to check and keep one.