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ROLLS ROYCE PHANTOM (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 49 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

84%

Total Tests (2024)

49

Avg Mileage

11,310 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£2,187

Is the 2021 ROLLS ROYCE PHANTOM reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%. It falls below the ROLLS ROYCE brand average of 95%.

At 3 years old, 84% of ROLLS ROYCE PHANTOMs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 49 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 11,310 miles.

How does the 2021 ROLLS ROYCE PHANTOM compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars3183th out of 3,373(top 94%)
Rank among all ROLLS ROYCE models74th out of 79(top 94%)
vs national average+2% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average-8% (92% avg)
vs ROLLS ROYCE average-11% (95% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 ROLLS ROYCE PHANTOM has 11,310 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Best year to buy a ROLLS ROYCE PHANTOM?

The most reliable year is the 2018 model with a 100% MOT pass rate, while the 2012 model has the lowest at 90%. The 2021 sits between the two at 84%.

How much does a 2021 ROLLS ROYCE PHANTOM cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 6749cc)
£1,592
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£2,187
Per month£182/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 PHANTOM by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202184%4911,310 mi
2020100%14716,403 mi
201996%14813,532 mi
2018100%25320,728 mi
201698%12816,214 mi
2015100%9230,827 mi
201499%16827,989 mi
2013100%12425,841 mi
201290%6932,507 mi
2011100%11533,107 mi
2010100%8538,516 mi
2009100%6152,458 mi
200895%17646,526 mi
200797%16862,311 mi
200699%14060,555 mi
200597%14886,046 mi
200492%10688,129 mi
200395%3786,532 mi

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About the 2021 ROLLS ROYCE PHANTOM

The 2021 ROLLS ROYCE PHANTOM is a performance with a 6749cc petrol engine. 49 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 94% of 2021 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 11,310 miles at 3 years old, ROLLS ROYCE PHANTOM owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2021 ROLLS ROYCE PHANTOM Fuel Costs

The 6749cc 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 2021 ROLLS ROYCE PHANTOM?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,187 (£182/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 84% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

ROLLS ROYCE PHANTOM Reliability Trend

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

Buying a Used 2021 ROLLS ROYCE PHANTOM

At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet. If you're flexible on year, the 2018 model has the highest pass rate at 100%. Note: with only 49 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 2021 ROLLS ROYCE PHANTOM

If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: