2021 Bentley Bentayga MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Bentayga models manufactured in 2021, based on 1,260 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 2021 Bentley Bentayga vintage page → (98.2% current pass rate)2021 Bentley Bentayga MOT Analysis
The 2021 Bentley Bentayga has an MOT pass rate of 98.3% based on 1,260 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 22,857 miles on the odometer. With a 1.7% failure rate, the 2021 Bentayga is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2021 Bentley Bentayga is Tyres, responsible for 1.7% of failures. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs range from £50–200 per tyre. Non-component advisories is the second most common issue at 0.2%. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment follows at 0.1%.
Top failures specific to 2021 models only. The overall Bentayga page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 1.7% | 22 |
| 2 | Non-component Advisories | 0.2% | 2 |
| 3 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 0.1% | 1 |
| 4 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 0.1% | 1 |
| 5 | Visibility | 0.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 22,857 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 0.76 | 1.7% | 22 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.07 | 0.2% | 2 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.03 | 0.1% | 1 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.03 | 0.1% | 1 |
| Visibility | 0.03 | 0.1% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2021 Bentley Bentayga has an MOT pass rate of 98.3% based on 1,260 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 22,857 miles on the odometer. With a 1.7% failure rate, the 2021 Bentayga is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2021 Bentley Bentayga, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to tyres: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating. With relatively low average mileage of 22,857 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Tyres — 1.7% of failures
Tyres issues account for 1.7% of MOT failures on 2021 Bentley Bentayga models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Non-component advisories — 0.2% of failures
Non-component advisories issues account for 0.2% of MOT failures on 2021 Bentley Bentayga models. Non-component advisories issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 0.1% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 0.1% of MOT failures on 2021 Bentley Bentayga models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.