MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
81,711 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
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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BRF 179J is a 1971 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow in White with a 6,745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1971 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 52,994 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 BRF 179J, 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 55 years old, this Rolls Royce Silver Shadow is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of BRF 179J?
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What year was BRF 179J registered?
BRF 179J is a 1971 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow, first registered on 1 July 1971.
Is BRF 179J safe to buy?
The MOT history for BRF 179J 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 BRF 179J have outstanding finance?
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