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ROLLS ROYCE GHOST (2016)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 258 real MOT tests in 2024.

MOT Pass Rate

95%

Total Tests (2024)

258

Avg Mileage

31,909 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£2,097

Is the 2016 ROLLS ROYCE GHOST reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the national average of 82%.

At 8 years old, 95% of ROLLS ROYCE GHOSTs from 2016 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 258 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 31,909 miles.

How does the 2016 ROLLS ROYCE GHOST compare?

Rank among all 2016 cars81th out of 586(top 14%)
Rank among all ROLLS ROYCE models53th out of 79(top 67%)
vs national average+13% (82% avg)
vs 2016 cars average+10% (85% avg)
vs ROLLS ROYCE average+0% (95% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2016 ROLLS ROYCE GHOST has 31,909 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 59,200 miles for a 8-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Best year to buy a ROLLS ROYCE GHOST?

The most reliable year is the 2015 model with a 99% MOT pass rate, while the 2018 model has the lowest at 95%. The 2016 sits between the two at 95%.

How much does a 2016 ROLLS ROYCE GHOST cost to run?

Fuel (Petrol, 6592cc)
£1,592
🏛️Road Tax
£250
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£2,097
Per month£175/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

ROLLS ROYCE GHOST by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202097%3310,326 mi
201998%5918,078 mi
201895%11926,013 mi
201796%24826,589 mi
201695%25831,909 mi
201599%35131,129 mi
201496%22632,066 mi
201397%27350,208 mi
201297%35157,544 mi
201196%29648,374 mi
201098%34856,153 mi

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About the 2016 ROLLS ROYCE GHOST

The 2016 ROLLS ROYCE GHOST is a performance with a 6592cc petrol engine. 258 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It ranks in the top 14% of all 2016 cars for reliability.

With an average of 31,909 miles at 8 years old, ROLLS ROYCE GHOST owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2016 ROLLS ROYCE GHOST Fuel Costs

The 6592cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2016 ROLLS ROYCE GHOST?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,097 175/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 95% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

ROLLS ROYCE GHOST Reliability Trend

The ROLLS ROYCE GHOST has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 0 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2016 ROLLS ROYCE GHOST

At 8 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. If you're flexible on year, the 2015 model has the highest pass rate at 99%.

Alternatives to the 2016 ROLLS ROYCE GHOST

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