Ferrari 296 Gtb S-a Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ferrari 296 Gtb S-a reliable? We analysed 227 real MOT tests across 213 vehicles to find out.
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The Ferrari 296 Gtb S-a is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ferrari 296 Gtb S-a.
Ferrari 296 Gtb S-a Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ferrari 296 Gtb S-a. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ferrari 296 Gtb S-a MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ferrari 296 Gtb S-a to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ferrari 296 Gtb S-a Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Ferrari 296 Gtb S-a models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Ferrari 296 Gtb S-a MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ferrari 296 Gtb S-a year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 84 | 96.4% | 2,470 | 4,736 | 6,578 |
| 2022 | 142 | 97.9% | 3,528 | 5,168 | 7,744 |
How Long Does a Ferrari 296 Gtb S-a Last?
Based on 213 Ferrari 296 Gtb S-a vehicles on UK roads.
Ferrari 296 Gtb S-a Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ferrari 296 Gtb S-a MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Ferrari 296 Gtb S-a
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
97.9% MOT pass rate from 142 tests
96.4% MOT pass rate from 84 tests
The best year to buy a used Ferrari 296 Gtb S-a is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 97.9% across 142 tests. The 2023 model year has the lowest pass rate at 96.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ferrari 296 Gtb S-a Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferrari 296 Gtb S-a THIS CAR | 97.4% | 227 | 5,022 mi | — yrs |
| Ferrari 360 | 90.3% | 28,453 | 23,409 mi | 27 yrs |
| Ferrari F430 | 89.8% | 24,536 | 15,630 mi | 21 yrs |
| Ferrari F355 | 88.1% | 19,604 | 29,762 mi | 32 yrs |
| Citroen C3 C-series Edition Ptech Ss A | 89.5% | 476 | 18,358 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Ferrari 360 (90.3% pass rate) and the Ferrari F430 (89.8% pass rate), the Ferrari 296 Gtb S-a outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Ferrari 296 Gtb S-aShould you buy a used Ferrari 296 Gtb S-a?
The Ferrari 296 Gtb S-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 97.4% across 227 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer wall. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Ferrari 296 Gtb S-a with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.