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Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto reliable? We analysed 164 real MOT tests across 120 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 164 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
95.1%
Typical Mileage
21,524mi
Annual Mileage
mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto.

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Number plates registered to a Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

95.9%
2023
93.7%
2022

Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Headlamp aim too high 1
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1

Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value 1
Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall 1

Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 97 95.9% 14,652 21,008 29,601
2022 63 93.7% 18,302 24,652 30,504

How Long Does a Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto Last?

Based on 120 Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.3 years
Median
2.0 years

Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
21,524 mi
75th Percentile
29,747 mi
95th Percentile
55,735 mi
Max Recorded
70,227 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2023

95.9% MOT pass rate from 97 tests

Year to avoid
2022

93.7% MOT pass rate from 63 tests

The best year to buy a used Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.9% across 97 tests. The 2022 model year has the lowest pass rate at 93.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto THIS CAR 95.1% 164 21,524 mi — yrs
Bentley Continental 90% 209,069 37,776 mi 29 yrs
Bentley Arnage 85.9% 40,970 45,703 mi 28 yrs
Bentley Turbo 78.7% 31,416 73,541 mi 41 yrs
Ktm 1290 Super Adventure S 22 96.3% 485 10,125 mi — yrs

Compared to the Bentley Continental (90.0% pass rate) and the Bentley Arnage (85.9% pass rate), the Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto?

The Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 95.1% across 164 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common failure point is headlamp aim too high with 1 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto reliable?
Based on 164 MOT tests, the Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto has a 95.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto?
The most common failure point is headlamp aim too high.
How many miles does a Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto do per year?
Mileage data is not yet available for this model.
How long does a Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Bentley Bentayga V8 S Auto is 2023 with a 95.9% pass rate across 97 tests.