2016 Bentley Mulsanne 6.8L Petrol · 12 BN
2016 Bentley Mulsanne (6.8L, petrol). First registered 31 May 2016. Recorded mileage 13,338 miles. MOT valid until 21 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- BENTLEY MULSANNE
- Year / Origin
- 2016
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 13,338 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 6.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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12 BN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/06/2026
- 13,338 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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Known faults for Bentley Bentley Mulsanne
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
12 BN Mileage History
- 21/07/20228,122 mi
- 27/07/202310,351 mi+2,229 mi
- 24/07/202411,248 mi+897 mi
- 23/06/202512,609 mi+1,361 mi
- 15/06/202613,338 mi+729 mi
Average of roughly 1,337 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
12 BN MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Bentley Mulsanne (12 BN) between July 2022 and June 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
Common Problems: BENTLEY MULSANNE
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Power Steering Pump Failure(Serious)
The hydraulic steering pump can fail, leading to heavy steering or noisy operation.
- Coolant Expansion Tank Leaks(Moderate)
The plastic expansion tanks can crack or the seals can fail, leading to slow coolant loss.
- 6.75L V8 Turbo Oil Feed Line Leaks(Serious)
The legendary 6.75-litre V8 uses turbo oil feed lines that can develop leaks as they age, leading to oil consumption, potential turbo damage, and in severe cases engine bay fires if oil contacts hot exhaust components.
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- Power Steering Pump FailureSerious
The hydraulic steering pump can fail, leading to heavy steering or noisy operation.
- Coolant Expansion Tank LeaksModerate
The plastic expansion tanks can crack or the seals can fail, leading to slow coolant loss.
- 6.75L V8 Turbo Oil Feed Line LeaksSerious
The legendary 6.75-litre V8 uses turbo oil feed lines that can develop leaks as they age, leading to oil consumption, potential turbo damage, and in severe cases engine bay fires if oil contacts hot exhaust components.
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