Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Bentley Bentayga?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2016 Bentley Bentayga?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2016 Bentley Bentayga?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2016 Bentley Bentayga reliable?

Based on MOT data from 441 vehicles, the 2016 Bentley Bentayga has a first-time MOT pass rate of 95%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2016 Bentley Bentayga?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Bentley Bentayga are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (21.9% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (21.2% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (16.2% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2016 Bentley Bentayga?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Bentley Bentayga (2016)

441 real MOT outcomes analysed • 95% first-time pass rate

2016 Bentley Bentayga

CarHunch analysed 441 real MOT records for the 2016 Bentley Bentayga. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 441 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

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.

The 2016 Bentley Bentayga passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (95% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ About 1 in 12 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

95%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

11.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.39

Over 6.7 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

34k

Middle half: 23k–46k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 95% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 2.5 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 441 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 441 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 21.9%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Other issues 15.5%

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION · Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view · Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Brake wear 11.8%

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Before you buy a 2016 Bentley Bentayga

Based on MOT data from 441 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 11.8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (98%)	431	94.9%	0.39

Colour Breakdown

Based on 3,081 Bentley Bentayga vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 34.3%

1,058

Black 30.6%

944

Blue 18.3%

565

White 5.9%

182

Red 3.5%

107

Green 3%

Brown 1.2%

Orange 1%

Purple 1%

Silver 0.9%

Gold 0.2%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Bentley Bentayga vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

33,507

typical

23,093

low mileage

46,088

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Bentley Bentayga vehicles fall between 23,093 and 46,088 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 23,093 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 23,093–46,088 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Bentley Bentaygas sit.

⚠ Over 62,218 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Bentley Bentayga — Still on the Road

Most 2016 Bentley Bentaygas are still being driven.

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.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

6.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.39

Avg failures per vehicle

2.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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