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LVG 878

1976 Rolls Royce Shadow

White Petrol 6750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

43,628 mi
Last recorded43,628 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1976 Rolls Royce Shadow70,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLVG 878
MakeRolls Royce
ModelShadow
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,750cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 43,628 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front And Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 May 2013 39,246 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 39,033 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 38,975 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 38,811 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 38,392 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 38,392 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 38,121 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 37,898 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 37,898 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 26 May 2006 37,743 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 37,743 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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LVG 878 is a 1976 Rolls Royce Shadow in White with a 6,750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1976 Rolls Royce Shadow models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 70,100 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 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LVG 878, 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 50 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 LVG 878?

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What year was LVG 878 registered?

LVG 878 is a 1976 Rolls Royce Shadow, first registered on 30 December 1976.

Is LVG 878 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LVG 878 shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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