Bentley Flying Spur Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Bentley Flying Spur reliable? We analysed 7,248 real MOT tests across 998 vehicles to find out.
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The Bentley Flying Spur is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Bentley Flying Spur.
Bentley Flying Spur Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Bentley Flying Spur. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Bentley Flying Spur MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Bentley Flying Spur to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Bentley Flying Spur Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Bentley Flying Spur fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Bentley Flying Spur Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Bentley Flying Spur models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Bentley Flying Spur Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Bentley Flying Spur owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Bentley Flying Spur MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Bentley Flying Spur year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 322 | 93.5% | 10,719 | 18,696 | 29,626 |
| 2017 | 690 | 93.6% | 13,462 | 21,900 | 31,854 |
| 2016 | 1,130 | 93.7% | 15,615 | 24,749 | 37,689 |
| 2015 | 1,736 | 93.1% | 15,869 | 26,645 | 40,970 |
| 2014 | 2,066 | 93.2% | 16,499 | 26,811 | 41,352 |
| 2013 | 792 | 92.7% | 16,636 | 27,221 | 40,399 |
| 2006 | 73 | 83.6% | 21,477 | 43,553 | 70,077 |
| 2005 | 162 | 88.9% | 28,490 | 52,314 | 70,616 |
How Long Does a Bentley Flying Spur Last?
Based on 998 Bentley Flying Spur vehicles on UK roads.
Bentley Flying Spur Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Bentley Flying Spur MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Bentley Flying Spur
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
93.7% MOT pass rate from 1,130 tests
83.6% MOT pass rate from 73 tests
The best year to buy a used Bentley Flying Spur is 2016, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.7% across 1,130 tests. The 2006 model year has the lowest pass rate at 83.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Bentley Flying Spur Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bentley Flying Spur THIS CAR | 92.9% | 7,248 | 26,343 mi | 21 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 |
| Volvo XC60 Edition T4 Auto | 89.6% | 6,473 | 34,486 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Bentley Continental (90.0% pass rate) and the Bentley Arnage (85.9% pass rate), the Bentley Flying Spur outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Bentley Flying Spur has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.9% across 7,248 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 tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure with 12 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Bentley Flying Spur with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Bentley Flying Spur owner drives around 2,546 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Bentley Flying Spur models stay on UK roads for around 21 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
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.