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HVG 799L

1972 Rolls Royce Shadow

White Petrol 6750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2021
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,542 mi
Last recorded89,542 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2019
Typical for 1972 Rolls Royce Shadow45,742 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVG 799L
MakeRolls Royce
ModelShadow
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,750cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2019 89,542 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 89,452 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 89,472 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 89,432 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 84,105 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 84,033 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 82,033 miles

How Reliable is the Rolls Royce Shadow?

Based on 5,766 MOT tests across 587 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
320
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
587
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 312
parking brake recording little or no effort 158
brake binding 142
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 142
Brake pipe excessively corroded 119
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HVG 799L is a 1972 Rolls Royce Shadow in White with a 6,750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Rolls Royce Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 45,742 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rolls Royce Shadow fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HVG 799L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rolls Royce Shadow typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 54 years old, this Rolls Royce Shadow is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HVG 799L?

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What year was HVG 799L registered?

HVG 799L is a 1972 Rolls Royce Shadow, first registered on 25 October 1972.

Is HVG 799L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVG 799L shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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