Rolls Royce Ghost MOT pass rate and common problems
97.4% of 2,758 Rolls Royce Ghost MOT tests pass.
The Ghost has a pass rate of 97.4%, a little higher than the average across all Rolls Royce models (94.7%).
The Rolls Royce Ghost passes its MOT 97.4% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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This is the average across every Rolls Royce Ghost in the dataset. Look up your own registration for its actual MOT history, and a free place to keep its maintenance records.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate eases gradually with age, from 100.0% at 0–3 years to 97.1% at 10–15 years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 100.0% | 96 | 15,352 miles |
| 3–6 years | 98.4% | 307 | 16,563 miles |
| 6–10 years | 97.1% | 982 | 29,928 miles |
| 10–15 years | 97.1% | 1,372 | 52,038 miles |
| 15+ years | too few tests (1) | 1 | no reading |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Rolls Royce Ghost
The most common reason the Rolls Royce Ghost fails its MOT is tyres — present in 50.5% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has ply or cords exposed".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 50.5% | Has ply or cords exposed |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 21.1% | Too high |
| Identification of the vehicle | 12.6% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
| Brakes | 11.6% | Less than 1.5 mm thick |
| Suspension | 6.3% | Pin or bush excessively worn |
| Visibility | 5.3% | Provides insufficient washer liquid |
| Road Wheels | 4.2% | Fractured |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 2.1% | Buckle missing |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 2.1% | Leaking excessively from engine |
Buying a used Rolls Royce Ghost: what to check
These checks follow the Rolls Royce Ghost’s own MOT record: the areas it fails on most often, and how that changes as the car gets older. None of them replaces a mechanic’s inspection, but they tell you where to look first.
1. Tyres
Recorded in 50.5% of failed Rolls Royce Ghost MOTs. Rare on young cars, but 2.1% of tests at 10–15 years failed on tyres.
Check tread depth across the whole width of every tyre, including the inner edge. Uneven wear can point to alignment or suspension problems. Look for cuts and bulges in the sidewalls.
2. Lights and electrics
Recorded in 21.1% of failed Rolls Royce Ghost MOTs.
Walk round with the lights on: headlights (dipped and main), indicators, brake lights, fog light and number-plate lamp. Check the dashboard warning lights come on with the ignition, then go out once the engine starts.
3. Number plates and VIN
Recorded in 12.6% of failed Rolls Royce Ghost MOTs.
Match the registration plates and the VIN (usually at the base of the windscreen and on a door pillar) to the V5C.
4. Brakes
Recorded in 11.6% of failed Rolls Royce Ghost MOTs.
On the test drive, the car should stop straight without pulling or juddering, and the handbrake should hold it on a slope. Look through the wheels for scored or heavily lipped discs.
5. Suspension
Recorded in 6.3% of failed Rolls Royce Ghost MOTs.
Listen for knocks over bumps and speed humps, and check the car sits level. Push down on each corner: it should settle rather than keep bouncing.
Check the car’s own MOT history. Averages describe the model, not the car in front of you. Look up its registration for past failures, advisories that were never fixed, and gaps or dips in the recorded mileage.
Ask for the service history. Invoices show what was done and when; a stamp alone shows less. See how to check Rolls Royce service history and what a service history check can tell you.
Related Rolls Royce models
- Rolls Royce Wraith — 98.6% pass rate
- Rolls Royce Silver Spirit — 86.2% pass rate
- Rolls Royce Phantom — 98.0% pass rate
- Rolls Royce Dawn — 97.3% pass rate
- Rolls Royce Cullinan — 99.6% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Rolls Royce Ghost?
- 97.4% of Rolls Royce Ghost MOT tests pass, based on 2,758 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Rolls Royce Ghost?
- The most common reason the Rolls Royce Ghost fails its MOT is tyres — present in 50.5% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has ply or cords exposed".
- What are the common problems with the Rolls Royce Ghost?
- Going by its MOT results, the most common problem areas on the Rolls Royce Ghost are tyres; lights and electrics; number plates and vin. Rare on young cars, but 2.1% of tests at 10–15 years failed on tyres.
- What should I check when buying a used Rolls Royce Ghost?
- Start with the areas it most often fails its MOT on: tyres; lights and electrics; number plates and vin; brakes; suspension. Then check the specific car's MOT history by registration for failures, advisories and mileage, and ask the seller for service invoices.
- Does this show the Rolls Royce Ghost's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the Rolls Royce service history guide for how to check and keep one.