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MCY 156J

1971 Rolls Royce Phantom

Black Petrol 6230cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

94,892 mi
Last recorded94,892 miles
Recorded on22 May 2024
Typical for 1971 Rolls Royce Phantom49,526 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCY 156J
MakeRolls Royce
ModelPhantom
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,230cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2024 94,892 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 94,692 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 94,692 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 94,178 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 93,822 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 93,208 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 92,609 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 92,029 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 91,403 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 89,824 miles

How Reliable is the Rolls Royce Phantom?

Based on 14,291 MOT tests across 1,547 vehicles.

93.4%
Pass Rate
1,625
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
1,547
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 73
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 41
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 40
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 36
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 29
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MCY 156J is a 1971 Rolls Royce Phantom in Black with a 6,230cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1971 Rolls Royce Phantom models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 49,526 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rolls Royce Phantom fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 73 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MCY 156J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rolls Royce Phantom typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 55 years old, this Rolls Royce Phantom is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MCY 156J registered?

MCY 156J is a 1971 Rolls Royce Phantom, first registered on 20 April 1971.

Is MCY 156J safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCY 156J shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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