DAIMLER DOUBLE-SIX VANDEN PLAS1974 · 5.3L PETROL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a history of clean passes over the last five years. The most recent test conducted in August 2022 at 72,544 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded, indicating that the car was maintained to a functional standard. This follows a minor failure in May 2019 regarding inoperative rear stop lamps, which was rectified immediately to allow for a successful pass. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a vehicle from 1974, averaging approximately 1,400 miles per annum. Between May 2017 and August 2022, the car covered only 1,356 miles, moving from 71,188 to 72,544 miles. This minimal usage suggests the car is used sparingly or likely stored for long periods. While low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, it often leads to degradation of rubber-based components, dried seals, and seized brake calipers due to lack of regular exercise. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and floor pans, as the MOT does not account for deep-seated corrosion common in vehicles of this era. Given the long intervals between use, pay close attention to perished suspension bushes, cracked fuel lines, and degraded tyres. The brake system requires a thorough check for binding or internal corrosion, as the consistent heat cycles required to keep discs clean are often absent in low-mileage classic cars.