2018 Bentley Bentayga 4.0L Diesel · FJ18 VBL
2018 Bentley Bentayga (4.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 63,000 miles. MOT expired on 20 May 2026.
- Make & Model
- BENTLEY BENTAYGA
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 20 May 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 63,000 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 4.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
FJ18 VBL Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/05/2025
- 63,000 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: Average
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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.
FJ18 VBL Mileage History
- 23/11/202126,791 mi
- 22/12/202238,061 mi+11,270 mi
- 18/12/202348,527 mi+10,466 mi
- 22/05/202563,000 mi+14,473 mi
Average of roughly 10,366 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
FJ18 VBL 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 2018 Bentley Bentayga (FJ18 VBL) between November 2021 and May 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
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.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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.
- Fuel Leak Recall(Serious)
Early V8 models were subject to a recall for a potential fuel leak from the fuel line quick connector.
- 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.
- Fuel Leak RecallSerious
Early V8 models were subject to a recall for a potential fuel leak from the fuel line quick connector.
- 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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