Est: £38,000 - £42,000
1996 Bentley Azure
United Kingdom • 1 Apr 2026 • Lot 425
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1995 Bentley Azure convertible, part of a deceased estate, features a Peacock Blue exterior, cream leather interior and shows 50,379 miles. With a history of regular maintenance and recent MOT, it requires minor attention, especially the driver's side rear window.
Condition
7
Slight wear, minor corrosion noted.
/ 10
Automatic
Transmission:
SCBZK15CXTCH53828
Chassis No:
Odometer:
50,379 miles
P585AAA
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
[RHD/LHD]
Part of a considerable private collection; deceased estate; fantastic luxury; showing 50,379 milesIntroduced in 1995, the Bentley Azure was the marque’s flagship convertible, combining traditional hand-built craftsmanship with effortless V8 performance and modern luxury.
Based on the Continental R, the Azure offered open-top touring with exceptional refinement, powered by Bentley’s turbocharged 6.75-litre V8 engine.
Produced in limited numbers and at considerable cost when new, the Azure remains one of the most exclusive and recognisable Bentley models of the late 20th century.The youngest vehicle from within a private collection consigned to this auction, this Azure has had just three former keepers, including our vendor, and is showing only 50,379 miles.
Like the other vehicles from the collection, it has seen very little use in the last 18 months, but reassuringly last passed an MOT in 2024, covering just over 50 miles since, indicating little use since.Finished in what appears t...
Points of note
£17,956
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£57,342
Median Price (Since 2020)
£180,670
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Apr 26 2025
Latest MOT Mileage
50,326 miles
Registration Date
1996-12-30
MOT History
Passed
On Apr 12 2024 with 50,326 miles
There were 7 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
Passed
On Apr 27 2023 with 50,065 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Passed
On Apr 22 2022 with 49,676 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
Passed
On Dec 31 2020 with 49,544 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed
On Jan 08 2020 with 49,409 miles
Passed
On Nov 27 2018 with 48,833 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- under side body corroded
- parking brake light flashing on off switch dislodged
Passed
On Sep 26 2017 with 48,627 miles
Passed
On Sep 02 2016 with 47,974 miles
Passed
On Sep 01 2015 with 47,640 miles
Passed
On Sep 01 2014 with 47,081 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
Passed
On Jul 29 2013 with 46,734 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Passed
On Aug 03 2012 with 46,552 miles
Passed
On Aug 02 2011 with 46,293 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
- Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
User Entered:
- Fuel pipe/s corroded
Passed
On Jul 28 2010 with 46,288 miles
Passed
On Jul 16 2009 with 45,687 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
- Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Passed
On Jul 31 2008 with 45,419 miles
Passed
On Aug 01 2007 with 45,020 miles
Passed
On Aug 02 2006 with 43,812 miles
Passed
On Jul 15 2005 with 39,960 miles
Failed
On Jul 13 2005 with 39,951 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Fail:
- Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
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