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R16 ROS

1997 Bentley Azure

Silver Petrol 6750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

14,473 mi
Last recorded14,473 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Bentley Azure29,671 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR16 ROS
MakeBentley
ModelAzure
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,750cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 14,473 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 14,459 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 14,443 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 14,427 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 14,397 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 13,748 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 13,707 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 13,645 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 132,378 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 13,006 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 12,874 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 12,759 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 12,039 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 11,979 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 11,872 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 11,623 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 11,623 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 11,429 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 11,098 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 10,887 miles

How Reliable is the Bentley Azure?

Based on 5,991 MOT tests across 459 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
686
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
459
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 121
parking brake recording little or no effort 52
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 48
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 39
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 29
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R16 ROS is a 1997 Bentley Azure in Silver with a 6,750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1997 Bentley Azure models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 29,671 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bentley Azure fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R16 ROS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley Azure typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Bentley Azure is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R16 ROS?

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What year was R16 ROS registered?

R16 ROS is a 1997 Bentley Azure, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R16 ROS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R16 ROS shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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