2020 Bentley Continental GT V8 Auto 4.0L Petrol · TG20 OAT

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the most recent inspection indicates a shift from a previously clean record to minor hardware defects. While the car passed its August 2023 test without any defects, the August 2024 test at 30,490 miles introduced specific issues regarding the wheel and tyre. This suggests that while the vehicle remains mechanically sound, it is beginning to show signs of wear related to age rather than heavy usage. The mileage profile is notably low for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,082 miles per year. Between the 2023 test at 22,953 miles and the 2024 test, the car covered 7,537 miles. This low usage generally reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, but it can lead to rubber-based components degrading over time, as evidenced by the perishing noted on the nearside front tyre in the August 2024 record. A buyer must conduct a physical inspection of the nearside front area to assess the distortion noted on the inner road-side wheel. A distorted inner rim often results from a significant impact, which can cause hidden damage to the suspension geometry. The reported cracking and perishing of the tyre indicate that the rubber is reaching the end of its life regardless of tread depth. Given the low mileage, the inspector should also check for brake corrosion and seized calipers, which frequently occur on vehicles that sit for long periods.