1999 Rolls Royce Silver Seraph 5.4L Petrol · 1 MHL
1999 Rolls Royce Silver Seraph (5.4L, petrol). First registered 17 Jun 1999. Recorded mileage 34,616 miles. MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- ROLLS ROYCE SILVER SERAPH
- Year / Origin
- 1999
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 34,616 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 5.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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1 MHL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/09/2026
- 34,616 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
1 MHL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1999 Rolls Royce Silver Seraph (1 MHL) between September 2022 and September 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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.
1 MHL Mileage History
- 28/09/202232,385 mi
- 27/09/202332,833 mi+448 mi
- 02/10/202433,962 mi+1,129 mi
- 30/09/202534,421 mi+459 mi
- 30/09/202634,616 mi+195 mi
Average of roughly 557 miles per year across 5 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: Excellent
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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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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