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Bentley Flying Spur V8 Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Bentley Flying Spur V8 Auto reliable? We analysed 265 real MOT tests across 134 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 265 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
95.1%
Typical Mileage
16,644mi
Annual Mileage
3,611mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Bentley Flying Spur V8 Auto 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 V8 Auto.

Bentley Flying Spur V8 Auto Number Plates

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

Bentley Flying Spur V8 Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

96.2%
2022
95.5%
2021

Bentley Flying Spur V8 Auto Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 1
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 1
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall 1
Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Has a cut in excess of requirements deep enough to reach ply or cords 1
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 1

Bentley Flying Spur V8 Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Bentley Flying Spur V8 Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
1,588 mi/yr
Typical
3,611 mi/yr
Average
4,459 mi/yr
Heavy usage
6,284 mi/yr

Bentley Flying Spur V8 Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 52 96.2% 9,830 14,846 19,614
2021 157 95.5% 10,312 16,314 25,302

How Long Does a Bentley Flying Spur V8 Auto Last?

Based on 134 Bentley Flying Spur V8 Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.2 years
Median
3.0 years

Bentley Flying Spur V8 Auto Mileage Distribution

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

Median
16,644 mi
75th Percentile
25,722 mi
95th Percentile
47,723 mi
Max Recorded
83,594 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Bentley Flying Spur V8 Auto

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

Best year
2022

96.2% MOT pass rate from 52 tests

Year to avoid
2021

95.5% MOT pass rate from 157 tests

The best year to buy a used Bentley Flying Spur V8 Auto is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 96.2% across 52 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 95.5% — 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 V8 Auto 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 V8 Auto THIS CAR 95.1% 265 16,644 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
Kawasaki Ej 800 Bkf Street 96.1% 335 3,925 mi — yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Bentley Flying Spur V8 Auto?

The Bentley Flying Spur V8 Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 95.1% across 265 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

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 V8 Auto 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 V8 Auto owner drives around 3,611 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.

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 Flying Spur V8 Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Bentley Flying Spur V8 Auto reliable?
Based on 265 MOT tests, the Bentley Flying Spur V8 Auto has a 95.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Bentley Flying Spur V8 Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Bentley Flying Spur V8 Auto do per year?
The typical Bentley Flying Spur V8 Auto does around 3,611 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Bentley Flying Spur V8 Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Bentley Flying Spur V8 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 Flying Spur V8 Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Bentley Flying Spur V8 Auto is 2022 with a 96.2% pass rate across 52 tests.