Rolls Royce Phantom (2008)
2008 Rolls Royce Phantom
CarHunch analysed 135 real MOT records for the 2008 Rolls Royce Phantom. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom passes its MOT first time in 91.9% of cases, well above the UK average of 80%, which speaks to solid engineering and typically meticulous maintenance by owners of this calibre. Only 13.3% have ever recorded a dangerous defect, suggesting these are generally safe vehicles on the road, though the average of 2.7 advisories per test indicates minor wear items do accumulate.
At 24,449 miles median mileage, these Phantoms are genuinely low-mileage examples for their age—a reflection of both their investment status and limited use—so you're not buying into a high-hours engine. With just 0.75 failures per vehicle on average, these are reliable motors if you find one with a full service history; verify that documentation rigorously, as the difference between a cherished garage queen and a neglected high-value buy is everything.
What to check before buying a 2008 Rolls Royce Phantom
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 134 | 92% | 0.74 |
| Diesel (1%) | 1 | 86.7% | 2 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2008 Rolls Royce Phantom vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2008 Rolls Royce Phantom vehicles fall between 14,520 and 40,768 miles.
2008 Rolls Royce Phantom — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 86 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 84% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2008 Rolls Royce Phantom
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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15.9%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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12.6%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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11.4%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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11%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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11%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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10.2%
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
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10.2%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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9.8%
Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2008. Counts include advisories and failures.
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