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BENTLEY FLYING SPUR V8 AUTO (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 145 real MOT tests in 2024.

MOT Pass Rate

92%

Total Tests (2024)

145

Avg Mileage

15,589 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£2,037

Is the 2021 BENTLEY FLYING SPUR V8 AUTO reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 10 points above the national average of 82%.

At 3 years old, 92% of BENTLEY FLYING SPUR V8 AUTOs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 145 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 15,589 miles.

How does the 2021 BENTLEY FLYING SPUR V8 AUTO compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars2054th out of 3,373(top 61%)
Rank among all BENTLEY models86th out of 117(top 74%)
vs national average+10% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average+0% (92% avg)
vs BENTLEY average-2% (94% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 BENTLEY FLYING SPUR V8 AUTO has 15,589 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

How much does a 2021 BENTLEY FLYING SPUR V8 AUTO cost to run?

Fuel (Petrol, 3996cc)
£1,592
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£2,037
Per month£170/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

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About the 2021 BENTLEY FLYING SPUR V8 AUTO

The 2021 BENTLEY FLYING SPUR V8 AUTO is a luxury with a 3996cc petrol engine. 145 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 15,589 miles at 3 years old, BENTLEY FLYING SPUR V8 AUTO owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2021 BENTLEY FLYING SPUR V8 AUTO Fuel Costs

The 3996cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2021 BENTLEY FLYING SPUR V8 AUTO?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,037 170/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 92% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2021 BENTLEY FLYING SPUR V8 AUTO

At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet.

Alternatives to the 2021 BENTLEY FLYING SPUR V8 AUTO

If reliability is your priority, there are 3 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: