1979 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Silver Wraith models manufactured in 1979, based on 395 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 1979 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith vintage page → (82.4% current pass rate)1979 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith MOT Analysis
The 1979 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith has an MOT pass rate of 78.0% based on 395 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 87,954 miles on the odometer. With a 22.0% failure rate, the 1979 Silver Wraith is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1979 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is Body, chassis, structure, responsible for 0.3% of failures. Body and structure failures include excessive corrosion, sharp edges, loose panels, and damage to the vehicle frame. Rust is the primary concern, especially on older vehicles or those exposed to road salt. Typical repair costs range from £100–500+.
Top failures specific to 1979 models only. The overall Silver Wraith page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 0.3% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 87,954 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body & Structure | 0.03 | 0.3% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1979 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith has an MOT pass rate of 78.0% based on 395 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 87,954 miles on the odometer. With a 22.0% failure rate, the 1979 Silver Wraith is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1979 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to body, chassis, structure: Inspect sills, wheel arches, door bottoms, and the chassis for rust. Surface rust is acceptable but structural corrosion or holes will fail. Check that all doors, bonnet, and boot close securely. With an average mileage of 87,954 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Body, chassis, structure — 0.3% of failures
Body, chassis, structure issues account for 0.3% of MOT failures on 1979 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith models. Body and structure failures include excessive corrosion, sharp edges, loose panels, and damage to the vehicle frame. Rust is the primary concern, especially on older vehicles or those exposed to road salt. Typical repair costs: £100–500+. Pre-MOT check: Inspect sills, wheel arches, door bottoms, and the chassis for rust. Surface rust is acceptable but structural corrosion or holes will fail. Check that all doors, bonnet, and boot close securely.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.