2000 Rolls Royce Silver Seraph 5.4L Petrol · JB 9000

The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status, showing a clean record in its most recent inspections. The latest MOT test, conducted in June 2024 at 59,807 miles returned no defects whatsoever, marking a significant improvement over the issues identified in the mid-2010s. This progression suggests that the current owner has addressed previous electrical and suspension concerns, bringing the car back to a state of total mechanical compliance. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 26-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,300 miles per year. The data shows long intervals of inactivity, with only 1,260 miles recorded between August 2016 and August 2017, and a five-year gap between subsequent tests. While this low usage reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, the extended periods of standing often lead to age-related degradation of rubber seals, hoses, and fluid chemistry, which can become brittle or de-stabilize regardless of the distance travelled. A physical inspection should focus on the rear suspension, as corrosion on the shock absorber casings was flagged in both 2016 and 2017. Although these were not recorded as failures in later tests, the recurring nature of the note indicates a vulnerability to moisture-related oxidation. The buyer should also verify the engine management light status, as this was a persistent fault between 2015 and 2017, to ensure no intermittent sensor issues remain that a standard MOT test might not detect. Given the underbody was sealed in 2015, a thorough check of the structural integrity is necessary to ensure the protection has held and prevented hidden corrosion. The extremely low mileage also necessitates checking the tyres for sidewall cracking and perished flat spots, as these components fail due to age rather than tread wear. The overall history indicates a well-cared-for vehicle that has transitioned from a period of minor faults to a current state of high maintenance.