Bentley T2 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Bentley T2 reliable? We analysed 1,298 real MOT tests across 103 vehicles to find out.
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The Bentley T2 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid and exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Bentley T2.
Bentley T2 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Bentley T2. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Bentley T2 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Bentley T2 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Bentley T2 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Bentley T2 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Bentley T2 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Bentley T2 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Bentley T2 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Bentley T2 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | 239 | 81.2% | 68,080 | 90,533 | 117,373 |
| 1979 | 328 | 77.1% | 66,609 | 93,445 | 137,433 |
| 1978 | 386 | 77.7% | 81,168 | 97,359 | 124,416 |
| 1977 | 160 | 81.9% | 81,670 | 95,104 | 120,236 |
How Long Does a Bentley T2 Last?
Based on 103 Bentley T2 vehicles on UK roads.
Bentley T2 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Bentley T2 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 T2
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
81.9% MOT pass rate from 160 tests
77.1% MOT pass rate from 328 tests
The best year to buy a used Bentley T2 is 1977, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 81.9% across 160 tests. The 1979 model year has the lowest pass rate at 77.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Bentley T2 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bentley T2 THIS CAR | 78.5% | 1,298 | 92,306 mi | 49 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 |
| Ajs Tempest Roadster | 77.1% | 781 | 4,176 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Bentley Continental (90.0% pass rate) and the Bentley Arnage (85.9% pass rate), the Bentley T2 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Bentley T2Should you buy a used Bentley T2?
The Bentley T2 has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.5% across 1,298 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Bentley T2 are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (73 recorded failures), windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (40), and exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (31). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Bentley T2 owner drives around 496 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 T2 models stay on UK roads for around 49 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.