2004 Rolls Royce Phantom 6.4L Petrol · P12 YVO

The 2004 Rolls-Royce Phantom presents a stable and consistently clean roadworthiness record. The most recent MOT, conducted on 30 January 2026 at 35,437 miles, passed with zero defects. This outcome mirrors the preceding five annual tests, all of which recorded no advisories or failures. The maintenance trend is stable, indicating diligent upkeep and no emerging mechanical or structural deterioration over the monitored period. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a vehicle of this age. Between 20 January 2022 at 32,567 miles and 30 January 2026 at 35,437 miles, the car covered just 2,870 miles over four years, averaging roughly 718 miles annually. The earlier interval from 19 January 2023 at 33,458 miles to 22 January 2025 at 34,651 miles shows a similarly modest 1,193-mile increase across two years. This pattern suggests prolonged periods of inactivity, which carries its own risks despite the low recorded mileage. Extended sitting can cause flat-spotted tyres, deteriorated rubber bushes, and moisture ingress into brake components and the exhaust system. A buyer should inspect the sidewalls of all four tyres for age-related cracking, regardless of remaining tread depth, as original rubber degrades over time. Suspension bushes, particularly the front lower arm and rear trailing arm bushes, should be checked for perishing, given the minimal use. Brake discs and calipers must be examined for surface corrosion and binding, as infrequent driving accelerates pad-to-disc adhesion and uneven corrosion buildup. The underbody and sills require close inspection for structural corrosion, a common issue on large saloon bodies that spend time stationary. Although the MOT history shows no flagged defects, a pre-purchase inspection should include a thorough check of the exhaust system for internal condensation corrosion and the cooling system for coolant condition and signs of neglect. The clean record is encouraging, but low-mileage, long-term ownership demands scrutiny of perishable components and fluid service intervals that may not align with the calendar age of the vehicle.