2007 Bentley Azure 6.8L Petrol · DK07 EDL

The 2007 Bentley Azure presents a concerning mechanical trend, culminating in a test lapse given that the most recent MOT expired in June 2023 over three years ago. Reviewing the historical data reveals chronic issues that failed tests repeatedly, specifically involving parking brake efficiency falling below statutory requirements in January 2020 and March 2022, alongside persistent engine malfunction indicator lamp faults flagged in February 2021 and March 2022. While the car successfully cleared its last test in June 2023 at 56,220 miles with zero defects recorded, the absence of valid testing for over three years introduces significant uncertainty regarding its current roadworthiness and mechanical preservation. Mileage accumulation is exceptionally low for a nineteen-year-old grand tourer, averaging under three thousand miles annually, which indicates intermittent use and extended periods of storage. The vehicle covered just 747 miles between the March 2022 pass and the June 2023 test, matching a broader pattern of light usage punctuated by long static periods. This sporadic deployment explains the emergence of age-related degradation such as perished sidewalls on the offside front tyre noted in March 2022 and recurring tyre wear advisories from 2018 and 2019, typical symptoms of rubber aging on heavy vehicles left standing for months at a time. A prospective buyer must conduct a rigorous physical inspection focusing on the heavy braking system, electronic monitoring architecture, and active suspension components. The MOT records highlight recurring parking brake deficiencies and tyre pressure monitoring system faults in 2018 and 2022, proving that the complex hydraulics and electronics require specialist oversight. Furthermore, anti-roll bar pin and bush wear noted in 2014, 2022, and earlier tests point to persistent stress on the suspension joints under the considerable mass of this convertible chassis, demanding a thorough ramp inspection for joint play and subframe integrity before purchase.