Rolls Royce Phantom Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Rolls Royce Phantom reliable? We analysed 14,291 real MOT tests across 1,547 vehicles to find out.
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The Rolls Royce Phantom is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre has ply or cords exposed, tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Rolls Royce Phantom.
Rolls Royce Phantom Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Rolls Royce Phantom. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Rolls Royce Phantom MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Rolls Royce Phantom to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Rolls Royce Phantom Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Rolls Royce Phantom fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Rolls Royce Phantom Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Rolls Royce Phantom owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Rolls Royce Phantom MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Rolls Royce Phantom year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 68 | 100.0% | 10,271 | 20,166 | 26,479 |
| 2019 | 213 | 96.7% | 5,282 | 12,675 | 23,502 |
| 2018 | 428 | 97.2% | 8,294 | 16,142 | 26,682 |
| 2016 | 355 | 97.7% | 3,978 | 13,075 | 28,840 |
| 2015 | 356 | 96.9% | 8,062 | 16,803 | 27,474 |
| 2014 | 499 | 97.4% | 9,350 | 20,160 | 34,460 |
| 2013 | 253 | 96.0% | 7,235 | 14,441 | 31,360 |
| 2012 | 259 | 97.3% | 14,173 | 21,543 | 36,196 |
| 2011 | 613 | 94.9% | 12,180 | 19,675 | 33,945 |
| 2010 | 689 | 95.9% | 12,846 | 18,956 | 33,379 |
| 2009 | 650 | 94.3% | 13,840 | 27,658 | 51,902 |
| 2008 | 1,690 | 93.4% | 14,072 | 25,910 | 44,762 |
| 2007 | 1,725 | 92.9% | 18,456 | 33,100 | 55,931 |
| 2006 | 1,602 | 91.9% | 19,422 | 34,711 | 61,280 |
| 2005 | 1,327 | 92.7% | 22,136 | 41,681 | 70,473 |
| 2004 | 1,299 | 90.4% | 28,585 | 51,115 | 86,819 |
| 2003 | 522 | 93.3% | 26,181 | 46,839 | 76,614 |
| 1975 | 52 | 90.4% | 36,492 | 47,468 | 82,166 |
| 1974 | 52 | 80.8% | 7,384 | 11,640 | 58,616 |
| 1972 | 66 | 90.9% | 19,882 | 46,665 | 50,692 |
How Long Does a Rolls Royce Phantom Last?
Based on 1,547 Rolls Royce Phantom vehicles on UK roads.
Rolls Royce Phantom Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Rolls Royce Phantom MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Rolls Royce Phantom
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
100.0% MOT pass rate from 68 tests
80.8% MOT pass rate from 52 tests
The best year to buy a used Rolls Royce Phantom is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 100.0% across 68 tests. The 1974 model year has the lowest pass rate at 80.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Rolls Royce Phantom Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rolls Royce Phantom THIS CAR | 93.4% | 14,291 | 29,293 mi | 55 yrs |
| Rolls Royce Silver Spirit | 79.1% | 34,506 | 71,622 mi | 47 yrs |
| Rolls Royce Silver Shadow | 80.3% | 16,278 | 62,466 mi | 59 yrs |
| Rolls Royce Silver Spur | 79.9% | 10,785 | 67,413 mi | 46 yrs |
| Ferrari 328 | 91% | 8,720 | 30,068 mi | 40 yrs |
Compared to the Rolls Royce Silver Spirit (79.1% pass rate) and the Rolls Royce Silver Shadow (80.3% pass rate), the Rolls Royce Phantom outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Rolls Royce PhantomShould you buy a used Rolls Royce Phantom?
The Rolls Royce Phantom has an overall MOT pass rate of 93.4% across 14,291 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Rolls Royce Phantom are tyre has ply or cords exposed (73 recorded failures), tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (41), and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (40). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Rolls Royce Phantom owner drives around 1,625 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Rolls Royce Phantom models stay on UK roads for around 55 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.