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SME 21N

1982 Rolls Royce Corniche

Black Petrol 6750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

76,696 mi
Last recorded76,696 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2021
Typical for 1982 Rolls Royce Corniche63,973 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSME 21N
MakeRolls Royce
ModelCorniche
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,750cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2021 76,696 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 75,937 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 75,580 miles

advise front side windows heavily tinted

Fail 14 Aug 2019 75,580 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

advise front side windows heavily tinted

Pass 9 Jul 2018 75,576 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 75,512 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 75,501 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 75,396 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 75,387 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 75,383 miles

nearside rear tyre deteriorated

offside rear tyre deteriorated

Fail 31 May 2012 75,383 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Inner Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

nearside rear tyre deteriorated

offside rear tyre deteriorated

Pass 1 Jun 2011 72,668 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 69,773 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 69,524 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 68,864 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 67,424 miles

advisory notice given on original test.test nos 451871027160

Fail 1 May 2007 67,422 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Oil leak

slight movement in n/s rear wheel

Pass 12 May 2006 65,986 miles

How Reliable is the Rolls Royce Corniche?

Based on 8,524 MOT tests across 818 vehicles.

82.8%
Pass Rate
342
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
818
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 338
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 173
parking brake recording little or no effort 128
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 100
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 88
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SME 21N is a 1982 Rolls Royce Corniche in Black with a 6,750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1982 Rolls Royce Corniche models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 63,973 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rolls Royce Corniche fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 338 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SME 21N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rolls Royce Corniche typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 44 years old, this Rolls Royce Corniche is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SME 21N?

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What year was SME 21N registered?

SME 21N is a 1982 Rolls Royce Corniche, first registered on 1 October 1982.

Is SME 21N safe to buy?

The MOT history for SME 21N shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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