2014 Bentley Flying Spur 6.0L Petrol · W12 HAW

The 2014 Bentley Flying Spur presents a clean bill of health at its most recent MOT on 11 February 2026, recorded at 46,379 miles with zero defects. That is a strong result, especially given the previous test flagged corroded front brake discs and a damaged nearside front tyre sidewall. Those earlier issues appear to have been resolved, suggesting the last owner addressed rather than ignored the faults. The maintenance trend is therefore improving, moving from advisories in March 2025 to a fully clear pass within less than a year. The mileage profile tells an unusual story. Across roughly twelve years, the car has covered only 46,379 miles, averaging approximately 3,865 miles annually. That is exceptionally low for a vehicle of this class. More striking is the gap between December 2021 at 26,540 miles and January 2023 at 30,982 miles, representing just 4,442 miles over an entire year. The pace picked up slightly to around 4,077 miles in the following twelve months and then accelerated to 5,194 miles between January 2023 and March 2025. The jump from 41,185 miles in March 2025 to 46,379 miles by February 2026 accounts for 5,194 miles in under eleven months, the highest annual rate in the entire record. This pattern suggests prolonged periods of inactivity followed by more recent regular use, which can be harder on seals, tyres, and brake components than consistent daily driving. Buyers should pay close attention to the front braking system. The March 2025 test specifically noted both outer faces of the front brake discs were corroded, a condition commonly linked to extended standing periods where pad-to-disc contact fails to clear surface rust. Although the February 2026 pass indicates replacement or sufficient wear of the affected components, a physical inspection of disc thickness, pad condition, and caliper slide pin operation remains worthwhile. The slightly damaged nearside front tyre sidewall flagged in 2025 raises a separate concern. Sidewall damage is not a wear item but a structural compromise, and its replacement should be confirmed. Check all four tyres for date codes and uneven deterioration, as low-mileage vehicles of this age frequently suffer from age-related cracking rather than tread wear. Beyond the flagged items, a thorough underbody inspection is advisable given the car's low annual use and potential for standing. Examine suspension bushes, coil springs, and damper seals for deterioration that can occur through age and inactivity rather than mileage. The exhaust system, fuel lines, and rubber hoses deserve similar scrutiny. Low-mileage luxury vehicles can present deceptively clean records while concealing degradation from time rather than use. The MOT history is encouraging but represents only a snapshot; a pre-purchase inspection by a specialist familiar with the Flying Spur platform remains the most reliable way to confirm long-term structural and mechanical integrity.