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Rolls-Royce Ghost reliability by build year

Coverage 2010-present2 named generationsSaloonPETROL

We've only got 105 MOT tests for Rolls-Royce Ghost models built around 2011 (14 years old). Treat these numbers as a rough guide.

Not enough data

Rolls-Royce Ghost built around 2011: not enough MOT data yet

We've only seen a handful of Rolls-Royce Ghost models built around 2011 so far. Too few to spot a pattern yet.

Check a Rolls-Royce Ghost by number plate

Key figure

Check a car’s number plate to see its own MOT record, or come back when there’s more MOT history.

Before you view it

What to check before viewing

The Rolls-Royce Ghost's most common MOT issues, turned into things to ask about or look for.

Brake discs

High priority

Ask for the date and mileage of the last disc replacement; visually check for a deep wear lip and rust pitting on each disc.

Suspension bushes and joints

Worth checking

Listen for knocks over speed bumps and ask about recent control-arm or anti-roll-bar work.

Tyres

Worth checking

Check tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.

Leaks

Worth checking

Inspect the leaks carefully and ask the seller for repair history.

Vehicle-specific check

Worth checking

Check the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.

By build year

How build years differ

Use the build-year guide below to separate newer build years from older ones.

Find your Ghost's generation

Each card below is a different generation. Select your year and we'll highlight the match.

M

Mk2 (2021-present)

Excellent
PETROL

1.3% fail rate, built around 2022 (3 years old)

Likely between 0.2% and 7.0%

Fails less often than the average car this age (about 1 in 10 MOTs, 10.1%)

From 77 MOT tests at this ageLimited data
Ghost Mk1

Mk1 (2010-2020)

Excellent
PETROL

0.0% fail rate, built around 2011 (14 years old)

Likely between 0.0% and 3.5%

Fails less often than the average car this age (about 3 in 10 MOTs, 29%)

From 105 MOT tests at this ageView details →

Not sure which one you're looking at?

Match your build year to its generation, then see the fail rates for those build years of the Rolls-Royce Ghost.

See every build year for the Rolls-Royce Ghost

Side-by-side

Rolls-Royce Ghost generations compared

Each generation is shown at 7 years old if it has at least 100 MOT tests at that age. If not, or if its cars are too new to be 7, it's shown at another age. We try ages close to 7 first. Newer generations have fewer years of data.

GenerationRatingFail rate
Mk2 (2021-present)
Excellent
Excellent1.3%likely between 0.2% and 7.0%built around 2022 (3 years old)from 77 MOT tests at this age
Mk1 (2010-2020)
Excellent
Excellent0.0%likely between 0.0% and 3.5%built around 2011 (14 years old)from 105 MOT tests at this age

Each row is one generation of the Ghost, shown at the age printed under its fail rate. So rows can be different ages. Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail, retests included. A rating is given only when there are enough tests to place the fail rate in one rating band with 95% confidence.

By age

Rolls-Royce Ghost fail rate by age

This chart combines every Rolls-Royce Ghost ever sold. It's good for the big picture. For one generation, scroll up to the build-year cards.

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rate
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
3 yearsbuilt around 2022
771.3%
7 yearsbuilt around 2018
521.9%
8 yearsbuilt around 2017
621.6%
9 yearsbuilt around 2016
885.7%
10 yearsbuilt around 2015
861.2%
11 yearsbuilt around 2014
7610.5%
12 yearsbuilt around 2013
991.0%
13 yearsbuilt around 2012
894.5%
14 yearsbuilt around 2011
1050.0%
15 yearsbuilt around 2010
796.3%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 11 years old.

All generations of this model

What goes wrong most often on 14-year-old Rolls-Royce Ghost models

These issues come from 14-year-old Rolls-Royce Ghost models, every generation combined.

All generations of this modelNot enough data

Most common advisories and fails

In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one

  1. 1
    Advisory

    Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge

    5.7%
    Advisory: 6Fail: 0 (0% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

    Suspension arm pin or bush worn, but not moving too much

    2.9%
    Advisory: 8Fail: 0 (0% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Oil leak, but not excessive

    2.9%
    Advisory: 4Fail: 0 (0% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Advisory

    Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing

    1.9%
    Advisory: 3Fail: 0 (0% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    0.9%
    Advisory: 2Fail: 0 (0% of the times it was found)

Based on 105 MOT tests on 14-year-old Rolls-Royce Ghost models, every generation combined.

Still registered

How many are still registered, and recalls

How many of these are still registered in the UK, and what's been recalled across the model.

How many are still registered

Not enough registration data to show this for the Rolls-Royce Ghost.

The share still registered can reflect demand, the cost of repairs, exports, write-offs and how owners use the car. It isn't proof of how long the car lasts mechanically.

Recall context

11 recalls in all

5 of the 11 Rolls-Royce Ghost recalls cover cars built in these years.

  • 5 recalls

Top concerns

  • Affected vehicles manufactured with instrument single layer tempered glass may in certain conditions break.
  • EMERGENCY CALL (eCall) FUNCTION IS NOT AVAILABLE
  • The fuel tank feed line connection may not be fitted correctly

For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.

Like-for-like

Other saloons to compare

Other saloons to compare

  1. 1

    Lexus IS

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    18.5%

    No clear edge over the Rolls-Royce Ghost on these figures.

    2 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    1,081 MOT tests on cars built around 2011

  2. 2

    Saab 9-3

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    25.9%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    8.1%
    Dangerous
    6.6%

    No clear edge over the Rolls-Royce Ghost on these figures.

    4,197 MOT tests on cars built around 2011

  3. 3

    Volvo S40

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    30.2%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    8%
    Dangerous
    10.1%

    No clear edge over the Rolls-Royce Ghost on these figures.

    2,025 MOT tests on cars built around 2011

  4. 4

    Audi A4

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    25%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    7.6%
    Dangerous
    6.5%
    Still registered at 10 years
    85%

    No clear edge over the Rolls-Royce Ghost on these figures.

    4 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    17,013 MOT tests on cars built around 2011

Fail rate
= the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
Fail, no pass in 3 days
= the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
Dangerous
= the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
Still registered at 10 years
= the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Built around 2011 (14 years old), the Rolls-Royce Ghost across all generations combined fails MOTs noticeably less often than typical for this age. This is based on 105 14-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.

These figures come from DVSA's MOT records. Across every Rolls-Royce Ghost ever sold: 813 tests. The main figures are for cars built around 2011 (14 years old): 105 tests. They are a guide, not a guarantee. Always inspect the car or have a mechanic check it.