2004 Mercedes-Benz SL 3.7L Petrol · D2 RYJ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passes over the last four years. The most recent test on 19 March 2025 at 67,557 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following a failure on the same day that listed no specific faults. This suggests a minor administrative or technicality issue that was rectified immediately, as the vehicle has maintained a clean record since that date without recurring mechanical or structural failures. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,000 miles per year. Between February 2022 at 58,817 miles and March 2025 at 67,557 miles, the car covered only 8,740 miles over three years. The gap of just 386 miles between the February 2022 and March 202 tests indicates the car likely sat stationary for extended periods. While this reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, it increases the risk of rubber degradation, seized calipers, and fluid breakdown which are not visible on an MOT record. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components affected by low-usage storage and age. Inspect the suspension bushes for cracking and check the brake lines and hoses that may have perished due to lack of use. Given the age of the SL, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the sills and wheel arches is essential, as MOT tests only flag rust once it reaches a structural threshold. Ensure the tyres do not show sidewall cracking, as low mileage often masks aging rubber that lacks sufficient tread depth.