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Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow

White and Black · Petrol · 1978 · 6,750 cc

9999 UPMOT history

9999 UP is a white and black petrol Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow first used on 26 Oct 1978. Its MOT expired on 13 Dec 2024 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 57,338 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Dec 2024
Mileage
57,338 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2025
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
641 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
9999 UP
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Rolls-Royce
Model
Silver Shadow
Colour
White and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
6,750 cc
Year of manufacture
1978
First used
26 Oct 1978
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

9999 UP was last recorded at 57,338 miles on 1 Jul 2025, 1,770 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Oct 2016: 5,042 miles, lower than 50,190 miles on 20 Oct 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
55,568 miles · 14 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
1,770 miles
Average per year
641 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 57,338 miles
  • 2023 – 55,568 miles
  • 2022 – 52,811 miles
  • 2021 – 52,527 miles
  • 2019 – 52,433 miles
  • 2018 – 52,004 miles
  • 2017 – 51,139 miles
  • 2016 – 5,042 miles
  • 2015 – 50,190 miles
  • 2014 – 49,901 miles
  • 2013 – 49,597 miles
  • 2012 – 49,180 miles
  • 2011 – 48,768 miles
  • 2010 – 48,443 miles
  • 2009 – 47,950 miles
  • 2008 – 47,327 miles
  • 2007 – 46,746 miles
  • 2006 – 45,692 miles
  • 2005 – 44,636 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail57,338 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength outer sill, within 30cm of a prescribed area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2010

Full MOT history

21 tests since 7 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail57,338 miles (+1,770)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,338 miles
    Test number
    151407431330
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength outer sill, within 30cm of a prescribed area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass55,568 miles (+2,757)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    55,568 miles
    Test number
    846644473626
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive REAR DIFF SEAL (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass52,811 miles (+284)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    52,811 miles
    Test number
    762223348793
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass52,527 miles (+81)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2022
    Odometer
    52,527 miles
    Test number
    492437324941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail52,446 miles (+13)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,446 miles
    Test number
    426436131127
    • MajorCentral Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront unable to see brake pads due to wheel trims both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear unable to see brake pads due to wheel trims both sides

  6. Pass52,433 miles (+429)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    52,433 miles
    Test number
    323895867618
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass52,004 miles (+865)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    52,004 miles
    Test number
    891296272604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass51,139 miles (+46,097)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    51,139 miles
    Test number
    754583100179
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass5,042 miles (-45,148)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    5,042 miles
    Test number
    503741624077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass50,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    50,190 miles
    Test number
    800823045905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail50,190 miles (+289)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,190 miles
    Test number
    716831966704
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (8.2.3)
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

  12. Pass49,901 miles (+304)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    49,901 miles
    Test number
    599236584210
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass49,597 miles (+417)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    49,597 miles
    Test number
    218021283207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,180 miles (+412)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    49,180 miles
    Test number
    135005482291
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass48,768 miles (+325)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    48,768 miles
    Test number
    647593281283
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass48,443 miles (+493)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    48,443 miles
    Test number
    834400500390
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  17. Pass47,950 miles (+623)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    47,950 miles
    Test number
    890501289268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,327 miles (+581)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    47,327 miles
    Test number
    240905958291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass46,746 miles (+1,054)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    46,746 miles
    Test number
    570613167239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,692 miles (+1,056)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    45,692 miles
    Test number
    222349766214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  21. Pass44,636 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    44,636 miles
    Test number
    632150155248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 9999 UP

What vehicle is registration 9999 UP currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 9999 UP on a white and black petrol Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow first used on 26 Oct 1978. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 9999 UP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 9999 UP expired on 13 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 9999 UP?
The MOT on 9999 UP expired on 13 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 9999 UP done?
9999 UP was recorded at 57,338 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2025, an average of 641 miles a year.
Has 9999 UP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 9999 UP has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on 9999 UP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Oct 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 9999 UP find?
9999 UP failed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2025 with 3 major defects and 4 advisories: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength outer sill, within 30cm of a prescribed area.; nearside front suspension component pin or bush excessively worn; offside front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn, and 4 more.

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