BENTLEY CONTINENTAL FLYING SPUR2009 · 6.0L PETROL

The overall roadworthiness status of this 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur remains fundamentally stable, though the most recent test on 16 December 2025 at 18,040 miles reveals a slight deterioration in basic upkeep. The vehicle passed that test, but the tester flagged perishing and edge wear on the rear tyres alongside cracking in the nearside front tyre sidewall. Prior to this, the car recorded clean passes consistently, indicating that the underlying mechanical and structural components have historically been well maintained. The recent tyre advisories mark a shift from a flawless record to one of neglected consumables, suggesting a recent lapse in routine owner care. Averaging roughly 1,061 miles per year over seventeen years, the mileage pattern is exceptionally low. The record shows a significant gap between December 2021 and January 2024, where the car covered merely 470 miles across two full years. This strongly indicates prolonged periods of standing rather than active daily use. Low mileage on a heavy luxury vehicle often masks mechanical stagnation; seals dry out, and suspension components stiffen when a car sits idle. The subsequent jump to 16,947 miles by December 2024 and 18,040 miles by December 2025 shows a return to more regular use, which likely brought the dormant rubber components to their current degraded state. A prospective buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of all four tyres, as the perishing sidewalls and edge wear flagged in December 2025 suggest the rubber has aged beyond usable limits despite low mileage. Replacing these tyres is an immediate requirement. Beyond the documented advisories, the extended periods of inactivity warrant close scrutiny of the braking system for binding calipers and corroded brake discs, as well as the suspension bushes for stiffness or deterioration. Engine and transmission seals should also be checked for weeping, since dried gaskets are a common consequence of long-term storage on low-mileage vehicles.