Rolls-Royce Corniche MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Rolls-Royce Corniche. Check any Corniche by registration number below.

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88.7%

Avg Pass Rate

-4.0%

vs Rolls-Royce Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Rolls-Royce Corniche — MOT Reliability Overview

The Rolls-Royce Corniche has an average MOT pass rate of 88.7%, which is 4.0 percentage points below the Rolls-Royce brand average of 92.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Corniche is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Rolls-Royce Corniche, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Rolls-Royce Corniche performs at MOT across different model years.

2000

Based on 30 vehicles

93.3%Excellent

Rolls-Royce average: 92.7%

1990

Based on 40 vehicles

97.5%Excellent

Rolls-Royce average: 92.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

1989

Based on 65 vehicles

89.2%Excellent

Rolls-Royce average: 92.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

1.9%

1988

Based on 48 vehicles

77.1%Good

Rolls-Royce average: 92.7%

Dangerous Defects

10.5%

Retest Rate

21.1%

1987

Based on 52 vehicles

84.6%Good

Rolls-Royce average: 92.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

39.0%

1986

Based on 33 vehicles

84.8%Good

Rolls-Royce average: 92.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

8.3%

1985

Based on 43 vehicles

93.0%Excellent

Rolls-Royce average: 92.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

6.3%

1984

Based on 40 vehicles

90.0%Excellent

Rolls-Royce average: 92.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

7.4%

Other Rolls-Royce Models

Compare MOT reliability across Rolls-Royce models.

Rolls-Royce Wraith

99.1% pass rate

Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn

91.5% pass rate

Rolls-Royce Dawn

98.8% pass rate

Rolls-Royce Silver Spur

78.0% pass rate

Rolls-Royce Phantom

100.0% pass rate

Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit

89.6% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Rolls-Royce Corniche

Rolls-Royce Corniche — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Rolls-Royce Corniche MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Rolls-Royce Corniche?

The average MOT pass rate for the Rolls-Royce Corniche is 88.7% compared to the Rolls-Royce average of 92.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Rolls-Royce Corniche?

Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.

Is the Rolls-Royce Corniche reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 88.7%, the Rolls-Royce Corniche is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Rolls-Royce Corniche?

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What mileage should I expect on a Rolls-Royce Corniche?

Mileage data for the Rolls-Royce Corniche is available in the detailed breakdown on this page.

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