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NT 5278

1924 Rolls Royce 20HP

Grey Petrol 3103cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

26,629 mi
Last recorded26,629 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1924 Rolls Royce 20HP7,660 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNT 5278
MakeRolls Royce
Model20HP
Year1924
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,103cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 26,629 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 26,503 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 2,624 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 25,954 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 25,514 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 25,162 miles

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 7 May 2016 24,892 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 23,538 miles

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 16 May 2012 22,523 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 May 2011 22,991 miles

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 22,675 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 21,818 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 21,814 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 21,050 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 20,300 miles

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

How Reliable is the Rolls Royce 20HP?

Based on 598 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

96.5%
Pass Rate
344
Miles/Year
102
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Leaf spring anchor pin retaining device missing 2
Brake linkage locking device missing 2
reflector missing 2
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 2
Steering retaining device missing 2
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NT 5278 is a 1924 Rolls Royce 20HP in Grey with a 3,103cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1924 Rolls Royce 20HP models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.1% with a typical mileage of 7,660 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 20HP fails its MOT is leaf spring anchor pin retaining device missing, accounting for 2 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NT 5278, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rolls Royce 20HP typically stays on UK roads for around 102 years. At 102 years old, this Rolls Royce 20HP is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NT 5278 registered?

NT 5278 is a 1924 Rolls Royce 20HP, first registered on 26 November 1924.

Is NT 5278 safe to buy?

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