2023 Bentley Bentayga Azure V6 Hybrid A 3.0L Hybrid electric (clean) · 12 OE

The recorded MOT history for this 2023 Bentley Bentayga Azure V6 Hybrid is exceptionally brief: a solitary test on 30 March 2026 returned a pass with no advisories or defects logged. Because the vehicle would not have required its first MOT until three years after registration, this single entry represents the entirety of the available roadworthiness record, meaning any long-term pattern of advisories, wear trends, or recurring component failures cannot yet be established from DVSA data alone. The clean result is, at this stage, simply a baseline pass confirming compliance at that point rather than evidence of sustained mechanical condition over time. A prospective buyer should therefore treat this as a starting reference point rather than a confirmed track record. With 17,588 miles accumulated over approximately three years, the annual mileage of around 5,863 miles is notably low for a luxury SUV of this size and capability. Hybrids in particular are sensitive to low-mileage use, as infrequent operation can allow the high-voltage battery pack and conventional 12V systems to sit in states of partial charge for extended periods, and brake discs and pads can suffer from surface corrosion due to under-use. Equally, the plug-in hybrid powertrain relies on regular thermal cycling to keep engine oil, coolant, and transmission fluid in healthy condition, so prolonged standing periods may not be ideal even though they reduce wear on tyres and suspension linkages. The relatively gentle annual mileage does mean that major drivetrain wear is unlikely, but it places greater importance on inspecting age-related degradations rather than distance-related ones. Given the absence of any recorded advisories, a physical inspection should focus on the components that commonly affect hybrid Bentaygas of this generation regardless of MOT findings. On a test drive, listen carefully for any knocking or creaking from the front suspension, particularly over speed humps and uneven surfaces, as the multi-link front arrangement uses rubber bushes that can deteriorate with age and standing time. Pay attention to brake pedal feel and effectiveness, checking for judder or a soft pedal that might indicate glazed or corroded discs from light use rather than pad wear. The steering should be precise and free of vibration at speed, and any pulling to one side under braking or acceleration warrants investigation of the brake calipers and wheel alignment. The hybrid system itself demands specific checks beyond the standard test drive. Confirm that the vehicle switches cleanly between electric, hybrid, and combustion modes without warning lights or hesitation, and verify that the high-voltage battery holds a reasonable state of charge after a full overnight plug-in cycle. Inspect the charging port and cable for damage or contamination, and ask for evidence of recent servicing, particularly coolant changes for the hybrid cooling circuit and any software updates issued by Bentley. Finally, a thorough underbody inspection for early corrosion around the subframes, brake pipes, and exhaust hangers is advisable, as road salt exposure over three British winters can initiate surface oxidation even on a low-mileage vehicle, and any such findings would warrant closer scrutiny than the single clean MOT result might initially suggest.