2020 Bentley Bentayga 4.0L Petrol · M7 OOO

The Aston Martin Rapide presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a completely clean bill of health at its most recent MOT on 8 May 2026 at 66,555 miles. The tester recorded zero defects or advisories, a significant turnaround from the issues flagged five years prior. This suggests the previous owner addressed the tyre wear and deterioration, and the vehicle has since been maintained to a high standard with no new mechanical or structural concerns surfacing. The mileage accumulation tells a story of extremely light use for a 2010 vehicle, averaging roughly 4,160 miles per year. Between the January 2021 test at 43,887 miles and the April 2022 test at 59,425 miles, the car covered 15,538 miles in just over 15 months, indicating a period of more active driving. However, the pace slowed dramatically thereafter. From April 2022 to April 2024, the car added only 5,061 miles over two years, and from April 2024 to May 2026, it moved just 2,069 miles across 25 months. The gap between the 2022 and 2024 tests is notable, with no recorded MOT in 2023, suggesting the car may have sat unused for an extended period. Buyers should investigate whether this storage was controlled or if prolonged sitting caused latent issues with seals, fuel system components, or tyre flat-spotting. Despite the clean recent record, the 2021 advisory flags deserve attention. Both rear tyres were worn to 3mm with inner edge wear, a pattern typically indicating misaligned tracking or worn suspension bushes. The front tyres showed perishing and cracking, consistent with age-related deterioration rather than high-mileage wear. A prospective buyer should inspect the front and rear suspension bushes, track rod ends, and subframe mounting points for play or perishing, and verify the wheel alignment is within specification. The inner edge wear on the rear tyres in particular warrants a close look at the rear suspension geometry, as Aston Martin Rapides are known for rear toe-link and bush wear that can go unnoticed between long service intervals. Beyond the suspension, the extended periods of low activity raise practical concerns. Brake discs and calipers should be inspected for surface corrosion and seizure, as infrequently driven performance cars often suffer from binding rear calipers and uneven disc wear. The exhaust system, including catalytic converters and Lambda sensors, should be checked for moisture-related corrosion from short trips that never reach full operating temperature. Tyre age is critical even with ample tread depth; any tyres older than six years from their date code should be replaced regardless of remaining rubber. The vehicle's structural integrity, particularly around the sills, jacking points, and subframe attachment areas, should be examined for corrosion given the car's age and the possibility of prolonged stationary storage in variable conditions.