1997 Rolls Royce Silver Spur 6.8L Petrol · P971 RHV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, with its most recent MOT passed in March 2022 at 35,493 miles with no defects recorded. This represents a clear stabilisation in condition after a single prior failure in August 2018, which was isolated to parking brake efficiency and has not recurred. The absence of advisories or failures across four consecutive tests since 2018 suggests consistent, careful maintenance. The recorded mileage of 35,493 over 29 years equates to an average of just over 1,200 miles annually, indicating very light use. The gap between the 2022 test and today’s date of June 2026 is nearly four years, which exceeds the legal MOT requirement and raises questions about recent activity. There is no mileage increase recorded since 2022, suggesting the car may have been stored or driven minimally in recent years. This low annual usage is consistent with the clean test results but increases the risk of age-related deterioration in seals, fluids, and rubber components. A buyer must inspect the parking brake mechanism thoroughly, as the 2018 failure points to potential cable stretch, seized adjusters, or worn rear brake shoes that may have since degraded further from disuse. Fluids—brake, coolant, and transmission—should be assumed stale and replaced regardless of mileage, as prolonged inactivity can cause internal corrosion and seal shrinkage. The suspension, steering components, and exhaust system require close examination for dry rot, rust, or stiffness, particularly around the rear axle and subframe mounts, where moisture accumulation is common in rarely driven classic cars. Tyres should be checked for cracking and perishing, not just tread depth, as they may have aged beyond safe limits despite low mileage.