2007 Mercedes SL 5.5L Petrol · CK07 BFN

The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by the most recent MOT pass on April 16 2026 at 62,505 miles which returned no recorded defects. This follows a clean pass in 2024 and 2022, suggesting the maintenance trend is consistent and the vehicle has not suffered from significant mechanical failures or structural integrity issues over the last four years of testing. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 19-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,290 miles per year. Between April 2022 and April 2026, the car covered only 3,028 miles, indicating very infrequent use or long periods of storage. While this low mileage reduces wear on high-friction components like brake pads and engine-related internals, it often introduces risks related to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid seals which can perish due to age rather than mechanical friction. A buyer must pay specific attention to the recurring oil leak noted in the 2023 and 2025 tests. Although the tester classified these as not excessive, the persistent presence of the fault suggests a weeping gasket or valve cover seal that has not been addressed. In-person inspection is required to ensure this leak is not affecting critical rubber hoses or the alternator belt. Given the low usage and high age, the inspection should also focus on perished suspension bushes, tyre sidewalls, and brake caliper corrosion that often occurs when vehicles sit for extended periods.