2018 Bentley Continental Gt — MOT failures & pass rate
2,949 MOT tests on the 2018 Bentley Continental Gt are in this dataset, and 96.1% of them passed. Against coupes & convertibles of a similar age (9.0% fail rate), the 2018 Continental Gt comes out 5.1pp better. Failures cluster in tyres, other defects and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (2.9%) and other defects (0.8%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are registration plates, tread depth and headlamp aim — registration plates alone was recorded 39 times.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 8.8% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 2.9% | 85 |
| 2 | Other defects | 0.8% | 23 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 0.6% | 19 |
| 4 | Visibility | 0.3% | 10 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.3% | 10 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.3% | 8 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registration plates | 39 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 23 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 21 |
| 4 | Shock absorbers | 9 |
| 5 | Washers | 9 |
| 6 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 6 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 8.8% | 258 |
| 2 | Other defects | 2.1% | 61 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.1% | 32 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.9% | 25 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.3% | 10 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.2% | 6 |
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 | 2,486 | 3.1% |
| 30-60k | 438 | 8.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 592 | 2.4% |
| 2022 | 637 | 5.3% |
| 2023 | 589 | 4.2% |
| 2024 | 568 | 4.0% |
| 2025 | 563 | 3.5% |
What to check before buying a 2018 Continental Gt
On a 2018 Continental Gt, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 2.9% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (2.9% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Other defects (0.8% of tests): Miscellaneous items not in the main categories. Typical repair: varies.
- Lighting & signalling (0.6% 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 2018 Bentley Continental Gts pass their MOT?
96.1% of the 2,949 2018 Bentley Continental Gt MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 3.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2018 Bentley Continental Gt?
Tyres, recorded in 2.9% of tests, followed by other defects (0.8%).
Does the 2018 Continental Gt get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 3.1% in the 0-30k band to 8.0% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,949 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.