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Bristol 411

Silver · Petrol · 1971 · 6,277 cc

SS 9848MOT history

SS 9848 is a silver petrol Bristol 411 first used on 31 Dec 1971. Its MOT expired on 18 Sept 2026 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 47,072 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Sept 2026
Mileage
47,072 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2025
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
124 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SS 9848
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Bristol
Model
411
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
6,277 cc
Year of manufacture
1971
First used
31 Dec 1971
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

SS 9848 was last recorded at 47,072 miles on 19 Sept 2025, 692 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2017.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,380 miles · 20 Apr 2017
Between the last two tests
692 miles
Average per year
124 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 47,072 miles
  • 2017 – 46,380 miles
  • 2015 – 46,290 miles
  • 2013 – 46,209 miles
  • 2012 – 45,949 miles
  • 2011 – 45,688 miles
  • 2010 – 45,384 miles
  • 2009 – 45,039 miles
  • 2008 – 44,897 miles
  • 2007 – 44,798 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,072 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

16 tests since 21 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,072 miles (+692)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    47,072 miles
    Test number
    528273811823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass46,380 miles (+90)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    46,380 miles
    Test number
    766439120912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass46,290 miles (+81)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    46,290 miles
    Test number
    862229261002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail46,209 miles1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,209 miles
    Test number
    429129403307
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Electrical wiring damaged, but not likely to cause a short (1.9.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre has slight contact with roll bar when jacked

  5. Pass46,209 miles (+260)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    46,209 miles
    Test number
    888179503391
    • AdvisoryFront Electrical wiring damaged, but not likely to cause a short (1.9.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre has slight contact with roll bar when jacked

  6. Pass45,949 miles (+261)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    45,949 miles
    Test number
    595562812359
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre has slight contact with roll bar link when jacked

  7. Pass45,688 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    45,688 miles
    Test number
    867457151266
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail45,687 miles (+303)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,687 miles
    Test number
    429493921276
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass45,384 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    45,384 miles
    Test number
    763958610263
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

  10. Fail45,383 miles (+344)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,383 miles
    Test number
    970056810279
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureFront brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

  11. Pass45,039 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    45,039 miles
    Test number
    971416759160
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  12. Fail45,039 miles (+142)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,039 miles
    Test number
    872646749106
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  13. Pass44,897 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    44,897 miles
    Test number
    742786558149
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteN/s rear chassis/body section corroded and holed

  14. Fail44,897 miles (+99)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,897 miles
    Test number
    651294658121
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteN/s rear chassis/body section corroded and holed

  15. Pass44,798 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2008
    Odometer
    44,798 miles
    Test number
    141072947131
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Fail44,794 miles3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,794 miles
    Test number
    572551947182
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Questions about SS 9848

What vehicle is registration SS 9848 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SS 9848 on a silver petrol Bristol 411 first used on 31 Dec 1971. 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 SS 9848 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on SS 9848 expired on 18 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on SS 9848?
The MOT on SS 9848 expired on 18 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has SS 9848 done?
SS 9848 was recorded at 47,072 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2025, an average of 124 miles a year.
Has SS 9848 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SS 9848 has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2013.
Has the mileage on SS 9848 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 SS 9848 find?
SS 9848 passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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