1982 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Silver Spur models manufactured in 1982, based on 413 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 1982 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vintage page → (80.6% current pass rate)1982 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur MOT Analysis
The 1982 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur has an MOT pass rate of 74.6% based on 413 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 68,348 miles on the odometer. With a 25.4% failure rate, the 1982 Silver Spur is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1982 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, responsible for 2.4% of failures. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs range from £5–50. Suspension is the second most common issue at 1.5%. Noise, emissions and leaks follows at 1.0%.
Top failures specific to 1982 models only. The overall Silver Spur page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 2.4% | 10 |
| 2 | Suspension | 1.5% | 6 |
| 3 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 1.0% | 4 |
| 4 | Steering | 1.0% | 4 |
| 5 | Visibility | 0.5% | 2 |
| 6 | Brakes | 0.5% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 68,348 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.35 | 2.4% | 10 |
| Suspension | 0.21 | 1.5% | 6 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.14 | 1.0% | 4 |
| Steering | 0.14 | 1.0% | 4 |
| Visibility | 0.07 | 0.5% | 2 |
| Brakes | 0.07 | 0.5% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1982 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur has an MOT pass rate of 74.6% based on 413 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 68,348 miles on the odometer. With a 25.4% failure rate, the 1982 Silver Spur is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1982 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test. At 68,348 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 2.4% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 2.4% of MOT failures on 1982 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Suspension — 1.5% of failures
Suspension issues account for 1.5% of MOT failures on 1982 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Noise, emissions and leaks — 1.0% of failures
Noise, emissions and leaks issues account for 1.0% of MOT failures on 1982 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur models. Emissions failures occur when exhaust gases exceed legal limits for carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbons (HC), or particulate matter (diesel). Common causes include faulty oxygen sensors, clogged catalytic converters, or DPF issues on diesel vehicles. Typical repair costs: £100–1,000+. Pre-MOT check: If the engine management light is on, get it diagnosed before the MOT. For diesel cars, ensure the DPF has completed a regeneration cycle. Regular servicing and using premium fuel before the test can help.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.