Bentley Bentayga (2016)
2016 Bentley Bentayga
CarHunch analysed 441 real MOT records for the 2016 Bentley Bentayga. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2016 Bentley Bentayga is exceptionally reliable by UK standards, with a 95% first-time pass rate that significantly outperforms the 80% national average. Only 11.8% have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is well below concerning levels and suggests these vehicles are fundamentally sound.
At 33,500 miles median mileage for an eight-year-old car, these Bentaygas show moderate usage—neither pampered nor abused. The low average of 0.39 failures per vehicle confirms that when they do need work, it's minor; if you're considering one, a pre-purchase inspection should focus on the luxury systems (suspension, air suspension, infotainment) rather than core reliability concerns.
What to check before buying a 2016 Bentley Bentayga
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (98%) | 431 | 94.9% | 0.39 |
| Diesel (2%) | 10 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2016 Bentley Bentayga vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2016 Bentley Bentayga vehicles fall between 23,093 and 46,088 miles.
2016 Bentley Bentayga — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 359 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 89% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2016 Bentley Bentayga
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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21.9%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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21.2%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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16.2%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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15.9%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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15.5%
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11.8%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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8.3%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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5.6%
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016. Counts include advisories and failures.
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