Bentley Continental GT 2nd gen (2011-2017) reliability
Bentley Continental GT 2nd gen built around 2017: about average at the MOT
Bentley Continental GT 2nd gen models built around 2017 fail their MOT about as often as similar cars the same age.
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Key figure
6% of MOT tests on Bentley Continental GT 2nd gen models built around 2017 ended in a fail (retests included), against 5% for similar cars the same age.
Most common issue
The most common MOT issue on Bentley Continental GT 2nd gen models built around 2017 involves the tyres.
Based on 1,134 tests of Continental GT models registered 2011-2017.
About 1 in 75 Continental GT 2nd gen MOTs (1.4%) failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. That's for cars built around 2017 (8 years old), all fuels combined.
Based on 695 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025), a small sample, so the figure is likely between 0.8% and 2.6%. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted. Nor is a fail with no later MOT on record.
About 1 in 75 Continental GT 2nd gen MOTs (1.4%) found at least one dangerous defect. These are cars built around 2017 (8 years old).
Based on 695 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025), a small sample, so the figure is likely between 0.8% and 2.6%. Dangerous is the most serious grade an MOT gives: a direct risk to road safety.
2nd gen fail rate by age
Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 8 years old.
How the Continental GT 2nd gen compares
At each age below, see how the Continental GT 2nd gen holds up against other cars the same age. The averages combine all fuel types.
Based on 1,572 tests across 5 Bentley models, built around 2017 (8 years old).
Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs.
What to check before viewing
The model's most common MOT issues, turned into things you can ask about or look for.
Brake pads
High priorityAsk when the pads were last replaced and check the warning-light history.
Tyres
Worth checkingCheck tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.
Suspension bushes and joints
Worth checkingListen for knocks over speed bumps and ask about recent control-arm or anti-roll-bar work.
Vehicle-specific check
Worth checkingCheck the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.
Other coupes to compare
Other coupes, with each one's figures taken at the same age as the Continental GT 2nd gen.
- 1
Volkswagen Scirocco
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 17.4%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 2.8%
- Dangerous
- 6.3%
- Still registered at 10 years
- 94.4%
No clear edge over the Bentley Continental GT 2nd gen on these figures.
5,920 MOT tests on cars built around 2017
- 2
Audi TT
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 10.6%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 1.6%
- Dangerous
- 4.4%
- Still registered at 10 years
- 95.5%
No clear edge over the Bentley Continental GT 2nd gen on these figures.
2 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.
8,828 MOT tests on cars built around 2017
- 3
Audi A5
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 17.4%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 4%
- Dangerous
- 5.8%
- Still registered at 10 years
- 87.6%
No clear edge over the Bentley Continental GT 2nd gen on these figures.
4 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.
13,193 MOT tests on cars built around 2017
- 4
Ford Mustang
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 15.4%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 5.4%
- Dangerous
- 4.7%
No clear edge over the Bentley Continental GT 2nd gen on these figures.
2 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.
2,594 MOT tests on cars built around 2017
- Fail rate
- = the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- = the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
- Dangerous
- = the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
- Still registered at 10 years
- = the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.
Recall context
DVSA's recall list has no recalls filed under the Bentley Continental GT name. For the exact car, check with the maker or GOV.UK's recall checker.
How Continental GT 2nd gen cars have aged
How Continental GT 2nd gen cars have aged
How fail rates have changed as these cars got older. Each line follows cars first registered in about the same year across several years of MOT data. Not a prediction for any one car.
Most common issues on Bentley Continental GTs of this age
This list covers every Bentley Continental GT built around 2017, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the 2nd gen on its own.
Most common advisories and fails
In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one
- 16.5%Advisory
Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge
- 25.9%Advisory
Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing
- 33.6%Advisory
Tyre has a cut that does not reach the ply or cords
- 42.6%Advisory
Suspension arm pin or bush worn, but not moving too much
- 52.3%Advisory
Brake pads wearing thin
Based on 695 tests
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Frequently asked questions
Built around 2017 (8 years old), the Bentley Continental GT 2nd gen (2011-2017) fails MOTs noticeably less often than typical for this age. This is based on 695 8-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.