Bentley Azure Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Bentley Azure reliable? We analysed 5,991 real MOT tests across 459 vehicles to find out.
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The Bentley Azure is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, parking brake recording little or no effort and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Bentley Azure.
Bentley Azure Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Bentley Azure. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Bentley Azure MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Bentley Azure to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Bentley Azure Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Bentley Azure fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Bentley Azure Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Bentley Azure models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Bentley Azure Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Bentley Azure owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Bentley Azure MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Bentley Azure year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 154 | 95.5% | 2,313 | 3,788 | 9,582 |
| 2009 | 134 | 91.8% | 9,982 | 17,972 | 22,581 |
| 2008 | 390 | 90.8% | 8,611 | 14,718 | 25,185 |
| 2007 | 587 | 92.3% | 9,514 | 16,950 | 26,754 |
| 2006 | 588 | 92.0% | 13,058 | 22,737 | 31,049 |
| 2003 | 375 | 89.6% | 8,990 | 15,758 | 29,272 |
| 2002 | 265 | 85.3% | 19,240 | 27,781 | 45,277 |
| 2001 | 402 | 85.3% | 18,256 | 27,085 | 43,209 |
| 2000 | 287 | 85.0% | 26,748 | 35,101 | 50,186 |
| 1999 | 399 | 85.7% | 22,908 | 31,790 | 52,072 |
| 1998 | 434 | 89.2% | 18,052 | 34,297 | 50,588 |
| 1997 | 721 | 87.2% | 16,873 | 29,671 | 44,977 |
| 1996 | 914 | 87.0% | 21,174 | 39,028 | 55,237 |
| 1995 | 228 | 83.8% | 24,267 | 41,654 | 69,768 |
How Long Does a Bentley Azure Last?
Based on 459 Bentley Azure vehicles on UK roads.
Bentley Azure Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Bentley Azure MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Bentley Azure
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
95.5% MOT pass rate from 154 tests
83.8% MOT pass rate from 228 tests
The best year to buy a used Bentley Azure is 2010, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.5% across 154 tests. The 1995 model year has the lowest pass rate at 83.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Bentley Azure Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bentley Azure THIS CAR | 88.5% | 5,991 | 25,578 mi | 31 yrs |
| Bentley Continental | 90% | 209,069 | 37,776 mi | 29 yrs |
| Bentley Arnage | 85.9% | 40,970 | 45,703 mi | 28 yrs |
| Bentley Turbo | 78.7% | 31,416 | 73,541 mi | 41 yrs |
| Honda Cb 600 F2-02 | 87.5% | 3,708 | 17,608 mi | 24 yrs |
Compared to the Bentley Continental (90.0% pass rate) and the Bentley Arnage (85.9% pass rate), the Bentley Azure sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Bentley Azure has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.5% across 5,991 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Bentley Azure are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (121 recorded failures), parking brake recording little or no effort (52), and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (48). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Bentley Azure with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Bentley Azure owner drives around 686 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Bentley Azure models stay on UK roads for around 31 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.