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1936 Rolls Royce 20/25 3.6L Petrol · VH 9257

VH 9257

1936 Rolls Royce 20/25 (3.6L, petrol). First registered 01 May 1936. Recorded mileage 46,645 miles. MOT valid until 04 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026.

Make & Model
ROLLS ROYCE 20/25
Year / Origin
1936 · Worcester
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 04 May 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
Recorded Mileage
46,645 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 3.6L
Reliability Guide
Available on IAGC
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 04 May 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Dec 2026
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
1936
Engine
3587cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness, demonstrating a consistent history of passes over the last decade. The most recent inspection conducted in May 2025 at 46,252 miles returned no recorded defects or advisories, indicating a stable maintenance trend. This suggests the vehicle has been maintained to a standard that meets the minimum safety requirements without recurring mechanical failures or structural concerns. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 514 miles per year over its lifespan. There is a significant gap in the testing record between October 2017 and May 2025, during which the car covered only 453 miles over nearly eight years. While the low mileage indicates minimal mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, such long periods of stationary use often lead to the degradation of rubber components, fluid seals, and braking systems that are not fully captured by a standard MOT test. Given the lack of recorded adviseories in the digital history, a buyer must perform a thorough physical inspection of components susceptible to age and low-use storage. Particular attention should be paid to the integrity of the chassis for structural rust, as well as the condition of the suspension bushings, hoses, and brake lines. Because the vehicle has travelled minimal distances, verifying the functionality of the cooling system and the age of the tyres is essential to ensure the car is truly safe for modern road conditions beyond the basic test criteria.
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VH 9257 Key Findings

  • 2 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 21/04/2026
  • 46,645 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

VH 9257 MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 22 Jun 2026, 17:53
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1936 Rolls Royce 20/25 (VH 9257) between May 2025 and April 2026.

The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 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.

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FAIL
ADVISORY

VH 9257 Mileage History

  1. 06/05/202546,252 mi
  2. 21/04/202646,645 mi+393 mi

Average of roughly 410 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
90
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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CERTIFICATE OF DESTRUCTION

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