Ferrari 458 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ferrari 458 reliable? We analysed 6,615 real MOT tests across 899 vehicles to find out.
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The Ferrari 458 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ferrari 458.
Ferrari 458 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ferrari 458. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ferrari 458 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ferrari 458 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ferrari 458 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Ferrari 458 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Ferrari 458 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Ferrari 458 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Ferrari 458 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ferrari 458 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ferrari 458 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ferrari 458 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 128 | 89.1% | 750 | 2,157 | 6,738 |
| 2015 | 2,354 | 94.4% | 1,702 | 3,890 | 7,643 |
| 2014 | 2,701 | 94.6% | 4,756 | 8,503 | 14,016 |
| 2013 | 466 | 94.6% | 8,144 | 12,766 | 19,192 |
| 2012 | 387 | 93.3% | 9,710 | 16,233 | 28,246 |
| 2011 | 270 | 92.2% | 8,360 | 15,340 | 25,932 |
| 2010 | 218 | 91.3% | 7,200 | 16,754 | 25,387 |
How Long Does a Ferrari 458 Last?
Based on 899 Ferrari 458 vehicles on UK roads.
Ferrari 458 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ferrari 458 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 458
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
94.6% MOT pass rate from 466 tests
89.1% MOT pass rate from 128 tests
The best year to buy a used Ferrari 458 is 2013, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.6% across 466 tests. The 2016 model year has the lowest pass rate at 89.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ferrari 458 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferrari 458 THIS CAR | 94.2% | 6,615 | 7,357 mi | 16 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 |
| Volkswagen T4 | 67.1% | 2,462 | 153,755 mi | 35 yrs |
Compared to the Ferrari 360 (90.3% pass rate) and the Ferrari F430 (89.8% pass rate), the Ferrari 458 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Ferrari 458Should you buy a used Ferrari 458?
The Ferrari 458 has an overall MOT pass rate of 94.2% across 6,615 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common failure point is registration plate missing with 16 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Ferrari 458 with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Ferrari 458 owner drives around 414 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Ferrari 458 models stay on UK roads for around 16 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
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.