2010 Mercedes SL 3.5L Petrol · JC 7763

The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status, having passed its most recent inspection on January 20 2026 at 31,380 miles. While the record shows a pattern of failing exactly one day prior to the pass in two consecutive years, the lack of recorded defects suggests these were likely minor issues rectified immediately rather than systemic mechanical failures. The absence of advisories across the last three tests indicates that the structural and mechanical components currently meet the passing criteria according to testing standards. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a sixteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,000 miles per year. Between January 2024 and January 2025, the car covered only 510 miles, and it covered just 470 miles between the January 2025 and January 2026 tests. This extremely low usage suggests minimal mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, but long periods of standing often lead to age-related degradation such as perished rubber components, dried seals, and fluid thinning which are not reflected in the mileage figure. A buyer should prioritize a physical inspection of components that suffer from sitting rather than high mileage. Focus attention on the suspension bushes, coil springs, and tyres for signs of cracking or flat-spotting. The brake system should be checked for seized calipers or rusted discs, as infrequent use often causes these to lock up. Given the age of the vehicle, a thorough check of the chassis for structural corrosion is essential to ensure the low mileage has not masked underlying environmental damage.