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Rolls-Royce Silver Spur

Blue · Petrol · 1985 · 6,750 cc

REX 2MOT history

REX 2 is a blue petrol Rolls-Royce Silver Spur first used on 31 Dec 1985. Its MOT expired on 12 Jun 2026 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 141,040 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Jun 2026
Mileage
141,040 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2025
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,002 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
REX 2
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Rolls-Royce
Model
Silver Spur
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
6,750 cc
Year of manufacture
1985
First used
31 Dec 1985
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
15 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

REX 2 was last recorded at 141,040 miles on 15 May 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Jun 2023: 141,040 miles, lower than 141,041 miles on 14 Jul 2022.

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
141,040 miles · 3 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,002 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 141,040 miles
  • 2024 – 141,040 miles
  • 2023 – 141,040 miles
  • 2022 – 141,041 miles
  • 2021 – 139,363 miles
  • 2020 – 138,145 miles
  • 2019 – 135,764 miles
  • 2018 – 135,717 miles
  • 2017 – 132,653 miles
  • 2016 – 131,093 miles
  • 2014 – 131,079 miles
  • 2012 – 128,779 miles
  • 2011 – 120,734 miles
  • 2010 – 111,683 miles
  • 2009 – 103,268 miles
  • 2008 – 95,064 miles
  • 2007 – 91,451 miles
  • 2006 – 87,487 miles
  • 2005 – 82,516 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,040 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily perished strong advise (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Offside Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Parking brake efficiency has only just met the minimum requirement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2005–2016

  • Offside Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Rear Springs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 15 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,040 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    141,040 miles
    Test number
    253335799938
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily perished strong advise (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass141,040 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    141,040 miles
    Test number
    346699579501
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass141,040 miles (-1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    141,040 miles
    Test number
    254096416379
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency has only just met the minimum requirement
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Rear Springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass141,041 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    141,041 miles
    Test number
    169131363227
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency has only just met the minimum requirement
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Rear Springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Rear Tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail141,040 miles (+1,677)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,040 miles
    Test number
    551125230352
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency has only just met the minimum requirement

  6. Pass139,363 miles (+1,218)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    139,363 miles
    Test number
    743528762776
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass138,145 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    138,145 miles
    Test number
    187900840168
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Fail138,145 miles (+2,381)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,145 miles
    Test number
    171388760692
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass135,764 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    135,764 miles
    Test number
    784306861579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail135,764 miles (+47)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,764 miles
    Test number
    309046941707
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Fail135,717 miles (+3,064)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,717 miles
    Test number
    734180443534
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorHydraulic fluid leaking excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine and gearbox leaking/drips visible
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just achieving percentage
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack

  12. Pass132,653 miles (+1,560)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    132,653 miles
    Test number
    586813484133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass131,093 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    131,093 miles
    Test number
    946435036507
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both small pipes supplying hoses (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail131,079 miles3 dangerous9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,079 miles
    Test number
    655148742064
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBoth front and offside rear tyres all slightly perished on sidewalls
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both small pipes supplying hoses (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail131,079 miles (+2,300)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,079 miles
    Test number
    469920954158
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  16. Pass128,779 miles (+8,045)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    128,779 miles
    Test number
    918003802380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass120,734 miles (+9,051)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    120,734 miles
    Test number
    789048291253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass111,683 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    111,683 miles
    Test number
    890563120374
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Fail111,670 miles (+8,402)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,670 miles
    Test number
    510473010362
    • FailureDipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (1.7.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Inner Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass103,268 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    103,268 miles
    Test number
    264673329354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail103,268 miles (+8,204)8 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,268 miles
    Test number
    462462409427
    • FailureNearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteFLUID LEAK AT ENGINE (GREEN) AIR LEAK HEARD AT FRONT OF CAR

  22. Pass95,064 miles (+3,613)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    95,064 miles
    Test number
    454136398241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass91,451 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    91,451 miles
    Test number
    520894127354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail91,427 miles (+3,940)7 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,427 miles
    Test number
    773318797231
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Fail87,487 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,487 miles
    Test number
    323078096468
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass87,487 miles (+4,971)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    87,487 miles
    Test number
    884518096265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass82,516 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    82,516 miles
    Test number
    354049415311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail82,516 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,516 miles
    Test number
    812589615368
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about REX 2

What vehicle is registration REX 2 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show REX 2 on a blue petrol Rolls-Royce Silver Spur first used on 31 Dec 1985. 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 REX 2 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on REX 2 expired on 12 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on REX 2?
The MOT on REX 2 expired on 12 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has REX 2 done?
REX 2 was recorded at 141,040 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2025, an average of 3,002 miles a year.
Has REX 2 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. REX 2 has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on REX 2 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Jun 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on REX 2 find?
REX 2 passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2025 with 10 advisories: front coil spring corroded both sides; front oil leak, but not excessive; front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides, and 7 more.

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