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STR 1P

1998 Bentley Azure

Black Petrol 6750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

96,743 mi
Last recorded96,743 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 Bentley Azure34,297 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSTR 1P
MakeBentley
ModelAzure
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,750cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 96,743 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 96,742 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 96,735 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 96,359 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 95,173 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 93,317 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 92,937 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 91,459 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 89,621 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 89,338 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 89,338 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 85,094 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 79,077 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Feb 2007 75,219 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 74,682 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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STR 1P is a 1998 Bentley Azure in Black with a 6,750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1998 Bentley Azure models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 34,297 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 STR 1P, 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 28 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 STR 1P?

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What year was STR 1P registered?

STR 1P is a 1998 Bentley Azure, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is STR 1P safe to buy?

The MOT history for STR 1P shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does STR 1P have outstanding finance?

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