ROLLS ROYCE SPIRIT1988 · 6.8L PETROL

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a worsening pattern of fluid leaks and minor structural degradation. In the most recent test in June 2026 at 54,349 miles, the car passed despite flagging new concerns regarding corrosion on the offside rear suspension mounting area and the inner and outer sills. While the corrosion was not deemed excessive, the presence of an oil leak and a damp nearside rear suspension pipe suggests the vehicle is experiencing active fluid loss that requires close monitoring. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 38-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,430 miles per year. The data reveals significant periods of inactivity; for instance, the car covered only 11 miles between June 2025 and June 2026, and just 28 format in the year leading up to the 2024 test. Low usage often leads to the degradation of rubber components, seals, and hoses, which aligns with the recurring power steering and oil seepage issues noted throughout the inspection history. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the steering system, which has been a persistent failure point since at least 2022. Records indicate ongoing seepage from the steering artwork and a noisy power steering pump, issues that contributed to a failure in May 2024. The recurring defect in the headlamp lenses across four consecutive tests and the previous failure of the windscreen wiper suggest a lack of preventative attention to minor electrical items. Furthermore, the structural integrity of the sills and suspension mounting points must be verified in person to ensure the corrosion noted in 2026 does not transition into a significant structural risk.