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Y226 HYG

2001 Bentley Arnage

Maroon Petrol 6750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

33,331 mi
Last recorded33,331 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Bentley Arnage46,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY226 HYG
MakeBentley
ModelArnage
Year2001
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,750cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Fail 21 May 2026 33,331 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2025 31,730 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 31,349 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 31,125 miles

Front engine covers fitted

Pass 25 Apr 2022 30,903 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 30,627 miles
Pass 8 May 2020 30,053 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 29,684 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 28,368 miles

Front engine covers fitted

Rear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 3 May 2017 27,610 miles

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test

engine covers fitted.

Pass 6 May 2016 27,397 miles

Front engine cover top and bottom

Rear no tow bar fitted

Pass 6 May 2015 26,538 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 May 2014 25,781 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 May 2013 25,631 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 May 2012 25,366 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 May 2011 24,786 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 24,270 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 23,373 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 21,690 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 21,690 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 19,450 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 15,480 miles

Both front tyres worn on inside edges

Nail in N/S/F tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Bentley Arnage?

Based on 40,970 MOT tests across 2,393 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
1,349
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,393
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 826
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 239
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 229
parking brake recording little or no effort 218
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Y226 HYG is a 2001 Bentley Arnage in Maroon with a 6,750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 2001 Bentley Arnage models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 46,916 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bentley Arnage fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 826 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y226 HYG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley Arnage typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Bentley Arnage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y226 HYG registered?

Y226 HYG is a 2001 Bentley Arnage, first registered on 30 March 2001.

Is Y226 HYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y226 HYG shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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