2021 Bentley Bentayga 4.0L Petrol · 1978 FL
2021 Bentley Bentayga (4.0L, petrol). First registered 30/07/2021. Recorded mileage 36,827 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- BENTLEY BENTAYGA
- Year / Origin
- 2021
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29/07/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 36,827 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2021
- Engine
- 3996cc
1978 FL Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/07/2025
- 36,827 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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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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.
1978 FL Mileage History
- 16/07/202429,157 mi
- 17/07/202429,255 mi+98 mi
- 11/07/202536,827 mi+7,572 mi
Average of roughly 7,780 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2021 Bentley Bentayga (1978 FL) between July 2024 and July 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 11 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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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