MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
144,593 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
How Reliable is the Rolls Royce Silver Shadow?
Based on 16,278 MOT tests across 1,783 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VIL 9531 is a 1979 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow in Blue with a 6,750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1979 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 75,053 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 Silver Shadow fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 891 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VIL 9531, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Rolls Royce Silver Shadow typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 47 years old, this Rolls Royce Silver Shadow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of VIL 9531?
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What year was VIL 9531 registered?
VIL 9531 is a 1979 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow, first registered on 28 November 1979.
Is VIL 9531 safe to buy?
The MOT history for VIL 9531 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does VIL 9531 have outstanding finance?
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