1986 ROLLS ROYCE SILVER SPIRIT6.8L PETROL

The vehicle is not currently roadworthy, as its last MOT test expired in July 2006, nearly twenty years ago. The single available test record from that date shows a pass, but with significant advisories on worn brake discs and a tyre exhibiting inner and outer edge wear. With no subsequent testing history, no meaningful maintenance trend can be established; the vehicle's condition is entirely unknown since that 2006 assessment at 146,617 miles. The recorded mileage of 146,617 miles over approximately 40 years suggests an average of just 3,665 miles annually, which is exceptionally low. However, the critical issue is the complete absence of any mileage or test data for the subsequent two decades. This 20-year gap implies the vehicle has either been in long-term static storage or used without any statutory safety inspections, a situation that inevitably leads to component degradation, fluid breakdown, and potential corrosion regardless of the low historical mileage. The last known mileage figure is therefore not a reliable indicator of current wear. A buyer must prioritise a comprehensive mechanical inspection focused on the components flagged in 2006 and the inherent risks of prolonged inactivity. The worn brake discs noted then would certainly require replacement today, and the associated tyre wear pattern points to probable suspension bush deterioration or misalignment, critical on a vehicle of this mass. Given the age and the two-decade test void, special attention must be paid to the structural integrity of the chassis and body for corrosion, the condition of all rubber components including brake hoses and suspension bushes, and the likelihood of seized brake calipers or binding components from disuse. The exhaust system and steering linkage should also be scrutinised for age-related failure.