2001 Bentley Arnage — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,204 MOT tests analysed for the 2001 Bentley Arnage, the most common recorded failure areas were brakes, suspension and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 89.3% was above the average for cars of a similar age (74.9%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 28.8% in the 120-150k group versus 2.6% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 4.4% | 53 |
| 2 | Suspension | 4.3% | 52 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 4.1% | 49 |
| 4 | Tyres | 2.3% | 28 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 2.2% | 26 |
| 6 | Visibility | 1.5% | 18 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ball joint dust cover | 42 |
| 2 | Rbt (sp) | 21 |
| 3 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 19 |
| 4 | Rigid brake pipes | 17 |
| 5 | SRS malfunction indicator lamp | 13 |
| 6 | Individual direction indicators | 13 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 16.7% | 201 |
| 2 | Brakes | 12.8% | 154 |
| 3 | Tyres | 11.2% | 135 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 6.4% | 77 |
| 5 | Steering | 3.4% | 41 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 3.3% | 40 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 115 | 2.6% |
| 30-60k | 537 | 10.2% |
| 60-90k | 386 | 10.6% |
| 90-120k | 104 | 14.4% |
| 120-150k | 52 | 28.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 236 | 8.1% |
| 2022 | 247 | 7.7% |
| 2023 | 254 | 11.8% |
| 2024 | 223 | 11.2% |
| 2025 | 244 | 14.8% |
What to check before buying a 2001 Arnage
Before buying a 2001 Bentley Arnage, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Brakes accounted for 4.4% of tests for this year.
- Brakes (4.4% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Suspension (4.3% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Lighting & signalling (4.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2001 Bentley Arnages pass their MOT?
89.3% of the 1,204 2001 Bentley Arnage MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2001 Bentley Arnage?
Brakes, recorded in 4.4% of tests, followed by suspension (4.3%).
Does the 2001 Arnage get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 2.6% in the 0-30k band to 28.8% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,204 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.