MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
97,314 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
7rfrs at time of failure
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
front flexi hoses perishing
n/s/r inner cv boot split
oil leak
rear brake pipes rusty
How Reliable is the Rolls Royce Shadow 1?
Based on 1,250 MOT tests across 140 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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MBZ 1642 is a 1969 Rolls Royce Shadow 1 in White with a 6,230cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1969 Rolls Royce Shadow 1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 16,911 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Rolls Royce Shadow 1 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MBZ 1642, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Rolls Royce Shadow 1 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 57 years old, this Rolls Royce Shadow 1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of MBZ 1642?
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What year was MBZ 1642 registered?
MBZ 1642 is a 1969 Rolls Royce Shadow 1, first registered on 20 October 1969.
Is MBZ 1642 safe to buy?
The MOT history for MBZ 1642 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does MBZ 1642 have outstanding finance?
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