2016 Bentley Bentayga 6.0L Petrol · N4 NNA

A consistent pattern of structural roadworthiness underpins the history of this Bentley Bentayga, which secured an unblemished pass on 24 September 2026 at 39,875 miles. Across eight recorded tests spanning from 2019 to 2026, the vehicle has never suffered an official MOT failure, though the middle years of its testing cycle introduced minor component advisories. While the consecutive clean passes in 2025 and 2026 indicate stability, earlier inspections required monitoring of consumables and steering geometry, demonstrating that even low-mileage luxury platforms experience component degradation typical of heavy chassis loads. With roughly 3,988 miles covered per year over its decade on the road, the vehicle presents a low-mileage usage profile that requires careful interpretation during a physical inspection. This limited annual accumulation means mechanical components have spent considerable time static, which can accelerate localized surface corrosion on underbody fixings and exhaust systems while reducing wear rates on high-tolerance rotating assemblies. There are no concerning testing gaps or erratic mileage spikes in the DVSA record, pointing to a consistent pattern of occasional use rather than prolonged periods of storage off the road. Prospective buyers must pay close attention to the front suspension, specifically referencing the 2024 advisory regarding worn upper suspension arm pins or bushes on both sides. During the pre-purchase inspection and test drive, listen carefully for dull knocking or clunking noises when navigating sharp potholes or speed humps, and check for vague steering response or wandering on uneven motorway surfaces, which would confirm advanced wear in those front control arm assemblies. Given the heavy gross weight of the Bentayga platform, upper arm bush degradation places increased stress on surrounding steering geometry and can lead to accelerated inner shoulder tyre wear. Attention should also be directed toward the braking system, recalling the 2023 advisories noting thin brake pads across both axles alongside a nearside front tyre wearing close to the legal limit. While subsequent clean tests in 2025 and 2026 suggest these items were addressed, a physical inspection of the heavy-duty brake discs and pad friction material thickness remains essential to assess remaining service life. On the road test, apply firm pressure to the brake pedal from cruising speeds to detect any judder, vibrations, or lateral pulling that would indicate warped rotors or uneven caliper retraction on these massive braking assemblies.