2017 Rolls Royce Dawn 6.0L Petrol · RR16 DWN
2017 Rolls Royce Dawn (6.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2017. Recorded mileage 13,751 miles. MOT expired on 05 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- ROLLS ROYCE DAWN
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 05 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 13,751 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 6.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RR16 DWN Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/08/2025
- 13,751 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RR16 DWN 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 2017 Rolls Royce Dawn (RR16 DWN) between September 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
RR16 DWN Mileage History
- 01/09/202210,432 mi
- 06/09/202312,035 mi+1,603 mi
- 01/09/202412,523 mi+488 mi
- 06/08/202513,751 mi+1,228 mi
Average of roughly 1,133 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Rolls-Royce Rolls-Royce Dawn
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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 DAWN
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Roof Mechanism Sensor Faults(Moderate)
The complex folding roof uses numerous sensors to ensure alignment. Dirt or slight misalignment can cause the cycle to pause or fail.
- Air Suspension and Heavy Curb Weight Wear(Serious)
Like the Wraith, the Dawn's weight puts significant strain on air struts and suspension bushes, especially on UK roads.
- Battery Drain and Electrical Gremlins(Moderate)
The Dawn, like other modern Rolls-Royces, is highly sensitive to battery voltage. Cars that sit unused for extended periods can develop multiple warning lights, infotainment glitches, and power-door inconsistencies due to low battery voltage.
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- Roof Mechanism Sensor FaultsModerate
The complex folding roof uses numerous sensors to ensure alignment. Dirt or slight misalignment can cause the cycle to pause or fail.
- Air Suspension and Heavy Curb Weight WearSerious
Like the Wraith, the Dawn's weight puts significant strain on air struts and suspension bushes, especially on UK roads.
- Battery Drain and Electrical GremlinsModerate
The Dawn, like other modern Rolls-Royces, is highly sensitive to battery voltage. Cars that sit unused for extended periods can develop multiple warning lights, infotainment glitches, and power-door inconsistencies due to low battery voltage.
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