Rolls Royce Silver Shadow MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Rolls Royce Silver Shadow. Check any Silver Shadow by registration number below.

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90.0%

Avg Pass Rate

-2.8%

vs Rolls Royce Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Rolls Royce Silver Shadow — MOT Reliability Overview

The Rolls Royce Silver Shadow has an average MOT pass rate of 90.0%, which is 2.8 percentage points below the Rolls Royce brand average of 92.8%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Silver Shadow is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Rolls Royce Silver Shadow, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Rolls Royce Silver Shadow performs at MOT across different model years.

1981

Based on 32 vehicles

96.9%Excellent

Rolls Royce average: 92.8%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

3.7%

1980

Based on 40 vehicles

82.5%Good

Rolls Royce average: 92.8%

Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

18.5%

1979

Based on 36 vehicles

75.0%Good

Rolls Royce average: 92.8%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

30.0%

1978

Based on 58 vehicles

93.1%Excellent

Rolls Royce average: 92.8%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

3.0%

1977

Based on 32 vehicles

96.9%Excellent

Rolls Royce average: 92.8%

Retest Rate

5.3%

1976

Based on 31 vehicles

100.0%Excellent

Rolls Royce average: 92.8%

1975

Based on 47 vehicles

95.7%Excellent

Rolls Royce average: 92.8%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

1974

Based on 35 vehicles

85.7%Excellent

Rolls Royce average: 92.8%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

1973

Based on 39 vehicles

84.6%Good

Rolls Royce average: 92.8%

Dangerous Defects

3.8%

Retest Rate

11.5%

0

Based on 174 vehicles

89.7%Excellent

Rolls Royce average: 92.8%

Mileage at 5yr

60k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside Outer

3.1%

Other Rolls Royce Models

Compare MOT reliability across Rolls Royce models.

Rolls Royce Corniche

90.0% pass rate

Rolls Royce Wraith

99.1% pass rate

Rolls Royce Silver Dawn

91.5% pass rate

Rolls Royce Dawn

98.8% pass rate

Rolls Royce Silver Spur

78.0% pass rate

Rolls Royce Phantom

100.0% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Rolls Royce Silver Shadow

Rolls Royce Silver Shadow — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Rolls Royce Silver Shadow MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Rolls Royce Silver Shadow?

The average MOT pass rate for the Rolls Royce Silver Shadow is 90.0% compared to the Rolls Royce average of 92.8%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Rolls Royce Silver Shadow?

Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.

Is the Rolls Royce Silver Shadow reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 90.0%, the Rolls Royce Silver Shadow is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Rolls Royce Silver Shadow?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Rolls Royce Silver Shadow?

Typical mileage for the Rolls Royce Silver Shadow: 59,642 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Silver Shadow to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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