2017 Mercedes-Benz SL 4.7L Petrol · 8 RCS

The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status with a consistent history of clean MOT passes. The most recent test conducted on May 2, 2025 at 13,154 miles resulted in a pass with zero defects recorded, mirroring the results seen in the previous four years. This lack of advisories suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to significant mechanical degradation or structural corrosion that would typically trigger a DVSA warning. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,462 miles per year. Between July 2021 at 6,682 miles and May 2025 at 13,154 miles, the car covered only 6,472 miles over a four-year period. This low usage frequency indicates minimal wear on primary components like the drivetrain, engine internals, and brake discs. However, the long intervals where the vehicle sits stationary can lead to secondary issues such as fluid decomposition or the drying of rubber components. While the MOT record shows no faults, a buyer must conduct a physical inspection focusing on issues common to low-mileage storage. Priority should be given to checking for flat spots on tyres, cracking in rubber suspension bushes, and seized brake calipers due to lack of use. The buyer should also verify the condition of the soft top and check for fluid leaks, as age-related seals often perish over time regardless of the low mileage recorded.