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Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow

Red · Petrol · 1969 · 6,230 cc

SST 500MOT history

SST 500 is a red petrol Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow first used on 1 Apr 1969. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 50,848 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Oct 2027
Mileage
50,848 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
654 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SST 500
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Rolls-Royce
Model
Silver Shadow
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
6,230 cc
Year of manufacture
1969
First used
1 Apr 1969
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

SST 500 was last recorded at 50,848 miles on 23 Oct 2026, 545 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,303 miles · 28 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
545 miles
Average per year
654 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 50,848 miles
  • 2025 – 50,303 miles
  • 2024 – 49,559 miles
  • 2023 – 49,037 miles
  • 2022 – 48,331 miles
  • 2021 – 46,857 miles
  • 2019 – 45,513 miles
  • 2018 – 45,394 miles
  • 2017 – 45,341 miles
  • 2016 – 45,027 miles
  • 2015 – 44,535 miles
  • 2014 – 44,097 miles
  • 2013 – 43,647 miles
  • 2012 – 43,322 miles
  • 2011 – 42,681 miles
  • 2010 – 42,084 miles
  • 2009 – 41,213 miles
  • 2008 – 40,500 miles
  • 2007 – 39,458 miles
  • 2006 – 37,457 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,848 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryMinor various oil leaks

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

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded various rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,848 miles (+545)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    50,848 miles
    Test number
    695834402382
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMinor various oil leaks

  2. Pass50,303 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    50,303 miles
    Test number
    896146773674
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (front sect) (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail50,303 miles (+744)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,303 miles
    Test number
    557604307665
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (front sect) (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass49,559 miles (+522)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    49,559 miles
    Test number
    601350540903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass49,037 miles (+706)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    49,037 miles
    Test number
    257821980615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass48,331 miles (+1,474)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    48,331 miles
    Test number
    773445973245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass46,857 miles (+1,344)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    46,857 miles
    Test number
    468726719961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass45,513 miles (+119)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    45,513 miles
    Test number
    732153033292
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective o/s and n/s (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass45,394 miles (+53)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    45,394 miles
    Test number
    423891908569
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  10. Pass45,341 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    45,341 miles
    Test number
    403956036648
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded various rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail45,341 miles (+314)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,341 miles
    Test number
    144068337880
    • DangerousBrake performance not tested system leaking (3.7.A.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Braking system leaking pipe into/out of valve (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded various rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

  12. Pass45,027 miles (+492)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    45,027 miles
    Test number
    944531247645
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded various rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Pass44,535 miles (+438)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    44,535 miles
    Test number
    235372015453
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteFront body/subframe stabiliser rod bushes slightly worn
    • NoteSteering column (exterior/lower) u/j gaiter split

  14. Pass44,097 miles (+450)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    44,097 miles
    Test number
    465832214106
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteFront body to subframe stabiliser rod bushes detriorated
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly pitted on inner faces

  15. Pass43,647 miles (+325)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    43,647 miles
    Test number
    466453313199
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Pass43,322 miles (+641)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    43,322 miles
    Test number
    179375212155
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteO/s/r brake disc inner face slightly pittted

  17. Pass42,681 miles (+597)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    42,681 miles
    Test number
    265256811439
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

  18. Pass42,084 miles (+871)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    42,084 miles
    Test number
    963236510108
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

  19. Pass41,213 miles (+713)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    41,213 miles
    Test number
    370348219106
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  20. Pass40,500 miles (+1,042)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    40,500 miles
    Test number
    462695418111
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  21. Pass39,458 miles (+2,001)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    39,458 miles
    Test number
    292454217172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  22. Pass37,457 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    37,457 miles
    Test number
    512467716182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about SST 500

What vehicle is registration SST 500 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SST 500 on a red petrol Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow first used on 1 Apr 1969. 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 SST 500 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on SST 500 is valid until 28 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on SST 500?
The MOT on SST 500 is valid until 28 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has SST 500 done?
SST 500 was recorded at 50,848 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2026, an average of 654 miles a year.
Has SST 500 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SST 500 has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on SST 500 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 SST 500 find?
SST 500 passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front wheel bearing has slight play; minor various oil leaks.

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