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Rolls-Royce Silver Shaddow 1

Blue · Petrol · 1972 · 6,750 cc

MB 37MOT history

MB 37 is a blue petrol Rolls-Royce Silver Shaddow 1 first used on 5 Dec 1972. Its MOT expired on 30 May 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 51,240 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 30 May 2025
Mileage
51,240 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2024
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,564 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
MB 37
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Rolls-Royce
Model
Silver Shaddow 1
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
6,750 cc
Year of manufacture
1972
First used
5 Dec 1972
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 May 2025
Latest MOT test
29 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

MB 37 was last recorded at 51,240 miles on 29 May 2024, 34 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,206 miles · 2 May 2023
Between the last two tests
34 miles
Average per year
2,564 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 51,240 miles
  • 2023 – 51,206 miles
  • 2022 – 50,857 miles
  • 2021 – 50,569 miles
  • 2020 – 50,402 miles
  • 2019 – 49,999 miles
  • 2018 – 49,999 miles
  • 2017 – 49,999 miles
  • 2016 – 49,999 miles
  • 2015 – 49,999 miles
  • 2014 – 49,999 miles
  • 2013 – 49,999 miles
  • 2012 – 49,999 miles
  • 2011 – 49,999 miles
  • 2010 – 49,999 miles
  • 2009 – 49,999 miles
  • 2008 – 49,999 miles
  • 2007 – 49,999 miles
  • 2006 – 4,999 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,240 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering uj slight play
  • AdvisorySuspension and brake pipes corrosion

What MOT advisories 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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2018

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • No reserve travel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,240 miles (+34)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    51,240 miles
    Test number
    651926790100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering uj slight play
    • AdvisorySuspension and brake pipes corrosion

  2. Pass51,206 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    51,206 miles
    Test number
    980749302936
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail51,206 miles (+349)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,206 miles
    Test number
    186810078892
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass50,857 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2023
    Odometer
    50,857 miles
    Test number
    937382597889
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail50,857 miles (+288)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,857 miles
    Test number
    856757801782
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass50,569 miles (+167)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2022
    Odometer
    50,569 miles
    Test number
    603424936377
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass50,402 miles (+403)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    50,402 miles
    Test number
    604178387273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass49,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    49,999 miles
    Test number
    272303877711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass49,999 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    49,999 miles
    Test number
    489538040656
    • AdvisoryNo reserve travel

  10. Fail49,999 miles1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,999 miles
    Test number
    402555925870
    • MajorNearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNo reserve travel

  11. Fail49,999 miles4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,999 miles
    Test number
    955857840744
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering gaiter split

  12. Pass49,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    49,999 miles
    Test number
    102422539837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail49,999 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,999 miles
    Test number
    321398666499
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass49,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    49,999 miles
    Test number
    693925909691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail49,999 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,999 miles
    Test number
    403768439608
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureStop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass49,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    49,999 miles
    Test number
    466243715189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,999 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2015
    Odometer
    49,999 miles
    Test number
    689370124169
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak from oil pressure switch
    • NoteOil leak o/s rear

  18. Pass49,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2014
    Odometer
    49,999 miles
    Test number
    718266613145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    49,999 miles
    Test number
    269474212171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    49,999 miles
    Test number
    999940631190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail49,999 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,999 miles
    Test number
    256485521198
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  22. Pass49,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2011
    Odometer
    49,999 miles
    Test number
    651957130135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass49,999 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2010
    Odometer
    49,999 miles
    Test number
    423086929115
    • NoteBoth rear half shaft gaiters leaking
    • NoteSteering column gaiter split

  24. Pass49,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2009
    Odometer
    49,999 miles
    Test number
    413204828141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail49,999 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,999 miles
    Test number
    432779018177
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass49,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2008
    Odometer
    49,999 miles
    Test number
    492217717149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail49,999 miles (+45,000)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,999 miles
    Test number
    451935217102
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  28. Pass4,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2007
    Odometer
    4,999 miles
    Test number
    860518136170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about MB 37

What vehicle is registration MB 37 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show MB 37 on a blue petrol Rolls-Royce Silver Shaddow 1 first used on 5 Dec 1972. 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 MB 37 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on MB 37 expired on 30 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on MB 37?
The MOT on MB 37 expired on 30 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has MB 37 done?
MB 37 was recorded at 51,240 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2024, an average of 2,564 miles a year.
Has MB 37 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. MB 37 has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on MB 37 ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on MB 37 find?
MB 37 passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2024 with 4 advisories: nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; oil leak, but not excessive; steering uj slight play, and 1 more.

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