2002 Rolls Royce Silver Seraph 5.4L Petrol · R1 HYF
2002 Rolls Royce Silver Seraph (5.4L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2002. Recorded mileage 61,208 miles. MOT valid until 06 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- ROLLS ROYCE SILVER SERAPH
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 61,208 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 5.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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R1 HYF Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/08/2026
- 61,208 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
R1 HYF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Rolls Royce Silver Seraph (R1 HYF) between April 2022 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 6 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
R1 HYF Mileage History
- 04/04/202259,283 mi
- 04/07/202359,724 mi+441 mi
- 21/10/202460,217 mi+493 mi
- 08/08/202661,208 mi+991 mi
Average of roughly 443 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Rolls-Royce Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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Common Problems: ROLLS ROYCE SILVER SERAPH
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- BMW M73 V12 Cooling System & Auxiliary Water Valve Failure(Serious)
The 5.4-litre BMW M73 V12 operates in a very cramped, heavily insulated engine bay where high under-bonnet temperatures cause rapid aging of plastic and composite cooling components. The coolant expansion tank, plastic thermostat housing, radiator end-tanks, and auxiliary heater control valves become brittle and develop hairline fissures, leading to sudden coolant loss. If neglected, overheating can warp the all-aluminium V12 cylinder heads, creating severe repair bills.
- Passenger Seat Occupancy Mat Degradation & Airbag Warning Light(Moderate)
The Silver Seraph utilizes BMW-engineered Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) electronics, featuring a delicate passenger presence detection sensor mat embedded within the base cushion of the Connolly leather front passenger seat. With repeated passenger ingress, egress, and kneeling on the seat cushion, the thin printed circuit traces inside the sensor mat fracture. This triggers the airbag warning light on the dashboard and automatically fails the UK MOT test.
- Adaptive Suspension Bush Deterioration and Electronic Damper Wear(Moderate)
The Silver Seraph adopted a modern independent double-wishbone suspension setup with electronically managed variable dampers to control body movement. However, the sheer kerb weight of 2,350 kg rapidly degrades the rubber compound in the lower wishbone bushes, ball joints, and anti-roll bar drop links on poorly surfaced UK roads. Replacing worn bushes and OEM adaptive dampers requires specialist tooling and precision wheel alignment.
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- BMW M73 V12 Cooling System & Auxiliary Water Valve FailureSerious
The 5.4-litre BMW M73 V12 operates in a very cramped, heavily insulated engine bay where high under-bonnet temperatures cause rapid aging of plastic and composite cooling components. The coolant expansion tank, plastic thermostat housing, radiator end-tanks, and auxiliary heater control valves become brittle and develop hairline fissures, leading to sudden coolant loss. If neglected, overheating can warp the all-aluminium V12 cylinder heads, creating severe repair bills.
- Passenger Seat Occupancy Mat Degradation & Airbag Warning LightModerate
The Silver Seraph utilizes BMW-engineered Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) electronics, featuring a delicate passenger presence detection sensor mat embedded within the base cushion of the Connolly leather front passenger seat. With repeated passenger ingress, egress, and kneeling on the seat cushion, the thin printed circuit traces inside the sensor mat fracture. This triggers the airbag warning light on the dashboard and automatically fails the UK MOT test.
- Adaptive Suspension Bush Deterioration and Electronic Damper WearModerate
The Silver Seraph adopted a modern independent double-wishbone suspension setup with electronically managed variable dampers to control body movement. However, the sheer kerb weight of 2,350 kg rapidly degrades the rubber compound in the lower wishbone bushes, ball joints, and anti-roll bar drop links on poorly surfaced UK roads. Replacing worn bushes and OEM adaptive dampers requires specialist tooling and precision wheel alignment.
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