Rolls-Royce Ghost
From 2,449 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre cords visible or damaged, a tyre seriously damaged and windscreen or window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view. The top issue, a tyre cords visible or damaged, caused 19 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 19 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 11 |
| windscreen or window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view | 8 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 6 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 6 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 4 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 4 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 4 |
| a tyre has a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure. this includes any lifting of the tread rubber | 3 |
| seat belt buckle missing, damaged or not functioning as intended | 2 |
Rolls-Royce Ghost on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 47 newly registered in the past year with 28 leaving, a net gain of 19. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 978 | 210 | +6 | -0 | +13 |
| 2025 Q2 | 968 | 207 | +19 | -12 | +7 |
| 2025 Q1 | 953 | 215 | +17 | -16 | +1 |
| 2024 Q4 | 957 | 210 | +5 | -0 | +18 |
| 2024 Q3 | 963 | 186 | +12 | -17 | -5 |
| 2024 Q2 | 982 | 172 | +16 | -0 | +22 |
| 2024 Q1 | 949 | 183 | +19 | -19 | +0 |
| 2023 Q4 | 947 | 185 | +15 | -16 | -1 |
6 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ghost V12 | Petrol | 331 | 37% |
| Ghost V12 Swb Auto | Petrol | 161 | 18% |
| Ghost V12 4X4 Auto | Petrol | 149 | 17% |
| Ghost V12 Auto | Petrol | 117 | 13% |
| Ghost V12 Ewb Auto | Petrol | 73 | 8% |
| Ghost V12 Black Badge 4X4 Auto | Petrol | 64 | 7% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 96.3% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2016 | 94.9% | windscreen or window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
| 2015 | 98.5% | a tyre cords visible or damaged, a tyre has a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure. this includes any lifting of the tread rubber |
| 2014 | 95.7% | a tyre cords visible or damaged, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
4 earlier years
| 2013 | 94.6% | a tyre cords visible or damaged, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction |
| 2012 | 96.4% | a tyre cords visible or damaged, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2011 | 96.1% | number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2010 | 97.5% | a tyre seriously damaged, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
Typical mileage
Half of all Ghosts tested had between 19,741 and 50,143 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 27,646 median miles, the Ghost has 0.012 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Rolls-Royce models
| Rolls-Royce Phantom | 97.7% |
| Rolls-Royce Dawn | 97.2% |
| Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 84.9% |
| Rolls-Royce Wraith | 96.9% |
Common questions
What is the Rolls-Royce Ghost MOT pass rate?
The Rolls-Royce Ghost has a 96.6% MOT pass rate based on 2,449 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Rolls-Royce Ghost?
The most common MOT failure on the Rolls-Royce Ghost is a tyre cords visible or damaged, which caused 19 failures. Other common issues include a tyre seriously damaged.
How many Rolls-Royce Ghosts are on UK roads?
There are 978 Rolls-Royce Ghosts currently licensed on UK roads, with 210 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Rolls-Royce Ghost at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Rolls-Royce Ghost is 27,646 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 19,741 and 50,143 miles.
Buying a used Ghost?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.