1972 Rolls Royce Corniche 6.8L Petrol · FTM 198L

The vehicle is currently MOT expired, though the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in September 2021 at 21,743 miles passed with no recorded defects, following a failure just two weeks prior due to a non-functional horn. Given that nearly five years have elapsed since the last recorded MOT, the roadworthiness status is lapsed and a fresh inspection is mandatory to determine the current mechanical state. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 54-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 400 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between 2017 and 2021, during which the car covered only 1,109 miles over four years. This pattern suggests the vehicle sits for long periods, which in a classic Rolls Royce often leads to the degradation of rubber components, fluid-related issues, and the seizing of brake calipers or engine seals, despite the low mechanical wear on the drivetrain. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the structural integrity, specifically the sills where corrosion was first noted in April 2017 at 20,634 miles. While the vehicle passed subsequent tests, the history of imbalanced brakes and a binding offside front caliper in 2013 indicates the braking system is prone to sticking. The previous deterioration of the suspension ball joint dust cover in 2013 also requires close scrutiny to ensure that ingress of moisture has not accelerated internal wear during the long periods of inactivity.