2021 Bentley Bentayga 4.0L Petrol · 1978 FL
2021 Bentley Bentayga (4.0L, petrol). First registered 30 Jul 2021. Recorded mileage 43,968 miles. MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- BENTLEY BENTAYGA
- Year / Origin
- 2021
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 43,968 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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1978 FL Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/07/2026
- 43,968 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
1978 FL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2021 Bentley Bentayga (1978 FL) between July 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 03 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”.
1978 FL Mileage History
- 16/07/202429,157 mi
- 17/07/202429,255 mi+98 mi
- 11/07/202536,827 mi+7,572 mi
- 03/07/202643,968 mi+7,141 mi
Average of roughly 7,544 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Bentley Bentley Bentayga
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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Common Problems: BENTLEY BENTAYGA
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Carbon Build-up (GDI Coking)(Moderate)
Direct injection leads to carbon deposits on intake valves, reducing performance and fuel economy.
- Infotainment and Electrical Glitches(Moderate)
The Bentayga's complex electronics, including the infotainment touchscreen, parking sensors, and adaptive cruise control, are prone to software bugs and random reboots. Moisture ingress into wiring can cause cascading electrical failures.
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- Carbon Build-up (GDI Coking)Moderate
Direct injection leads to carbon deposits on intake valves, reducing performance and fuel economy.
- Infotainment and Electrical GlitchesModerate
The Bentayga's complex electronics, including the infotainment touchscreen, parking sensors, and adaptive cruise control, are prone to software bugs and random reboots. Moisture ingress into wiring can cause cascading electrical failures.
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