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Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow

Blue and Blue · Petrol · 1979 · 6,750 cc

PPM 127MOT history

PPM 127 is a blue and blue petrol Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow first used on 1 Oct 1979. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 123,306 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jul 2027
Mileage
123,306 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,366 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
PPM 127
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Rolls-Royce
Model
Silver Shadow
Colour
Blue and Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
6,750 cc
Year of manufacture
1979
First used
1 Oct 1979
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

PPM 127 was last recorded at 123,306 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 204 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,102 miles · 7 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
204 miles
Average per year
1,366 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,306 miles
  • 2024 – 123,102 miles
  • 2023 – 122,794 miles
  • 2019 – 121,381 miles
  • 2018 – 120,695 miles
  • 2016 – 119,673 miles
  • 2015 – 118,355 miles
  • 2014 – 115,009 miles
  • 2013 – 113,686 miles
  • 2012 – 110,642 miles
  • 2011 – 108,993 miles
  • 2010 – 107,654 miles
  • 2009 – 103,761 miles
  • 2008 – 98,130 miles
  • 2007 – 96,015 miles
  • 2006 – 95,243 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,306 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive PAS system (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear spring cup rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside sill rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear discs rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 10 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,306 miles (+204)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    123,306 miles
    Test number
    388037208843
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive PAS system (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail123,102 miles (+308)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,102 miles
    Test number
    914355381056
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass122,794 miles (+1,413)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    122,794 miles
    Test number
    840707956989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass121,381 miles (+686)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    121,381 miles
    Test number
    310598383365
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from rear of engine and front of diff.

  5. Pass120,695 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    120,695 miles
    Test number
    311977243614
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from rear of engine and frount of diff.

  6. Fail120,695 miles (+79)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,695 miles
    Test number
    889262002737
    • Repaired at testBrake slack adjuster incorrectly adjusted (1.1.18 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from rear of engine and frount of diff.

  7. Fail120,616 miles (+943)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,616 miles
    Test number
    267783805327
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive both banks . (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak various

  8. Pass119,673 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    119,673 miles
    Test number
    405014313645
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear spring cup rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside sill rusty
    • AdvisoryRear discs rusty
    • AdvisoryExhaust leaks

  9. Fail119,672 miles (+1,317)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,672 miles
    Test number
    236264259832
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part strut (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part subframe (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear spring cup rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside sill rusty
    • AdvisoryRear discs rusty
    • AdvisoryExhaust leaks

  10. Pass118,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    118,355 miles
    Test number
    976295025285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail118,355 miles (+3,346)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,355 miles
    Test number
    445243225203
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass115,009 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    115,009 miles
    Test number
    987941914262
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail115,009 miles (+1,323)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,009 miles
    Test number
    975911814287
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass113,686 miles (+63)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    113,686 miles
    Test number
    375025853484
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail113,623 miles (+2,981)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,623 miles
    Test number
    308789843248
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass110,642 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    110,642 miles
    Test number
    115247722241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail110,642 miles (+1,649)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,642 miles
    Test number
    915567822270
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

  18. Pass108,993 miles (+1,339)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    108,993 miles
    Test number
    116213801265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass107,654 miles (+3,893)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    107,654 miles
    Test number
    300259370124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass103,761 miles (+5,631)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    103,761 miles
    Test number
    770173589180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail98,130 miles1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,130 miles
    Test number
    101501878180
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass98,130 miles (+2,115)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    98,130 miles
    Test number
    740291478107
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass96,015 miles (+772)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    96,015 miles
    Test number
    804133367157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass95,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    95,243 miles
    Test number
    963820316093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about PPM 127

What vehicle is registration PPM 127 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show PPM 127 on a blue and blue petrol Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow first used on 1 Oct 1979. 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 PPM 127 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on PPM 127 is valid until 28 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on PPM 127?
The MOT on PPM 127 is valid until 28 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has PPM 127 done?
PPM 127 was recorded at 123,306 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 1,366 miles a year.
Has PPM 127 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. PPM 127 has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on PPM 127 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 PPM 127 find?
PPM 127 passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; central rear oil leak, but not excessive rear diff; offside front fluid leak, but not excessive pas system.

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