Ferrari 512 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ferrari 512 reliable? We analysed 1,689 real MOT tests across 204 vehicles to find out.
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The Ferrari 512 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid and fog lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ferrari 512.
Ferrari 512 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ferrari 512. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ferrari 512 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ferrari 512 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ferrari 512 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Ferrari 512 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Ferrari 512 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ferrari 512 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ferrari 512 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ferrari 512 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 104 | 93.3% | 4,852 | 8,150 | 25,804 |
| 1995 | 257 | 90.3% | 7,939 | 11,020 | 18,831 |
| 1994 | 281 | 84.7% | 13,580 | 21,414 | 27,019 |
| 1993 | 241 | 93.8% | 10,932 | 20,073 | 28,638 |
| 1992 | 225 | 87.1% | 25,883 | 34,924 | 52,172 |
| 1984 | 71 | 87.3% | 14,736 | 20,578 | 27,602 |
| 1983 | 68 | 86.8% | 16,816 | 24,528 | 34,401 |
| 1982 | 81 | 88.9% | 19,025 | 28,900 | 37,076 |
| 1980 | 64 | 84.4% | 23,746 | 38,078 | 51,786 |
| 1979 | 90 | 84.4% | 22,077 | 41,686 | 52,809 |
| 1977 | 55 | 89.1% | 14,063 | 17,512 | 25,582 |
How Long Does a Ferrari 512 Last?
Based on 204 Ferrari 512 vehicles on UK roads.
Ferrari 512 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ferrari 512 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 512
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
93.8% MOT pass rate from 241 tests
84.4% MOT pass rate from 90 tests
The best year to buy a used Ferrari 512 is 1993, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.8% across 241 tests. The 1979 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ferrari 512 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferrari 512 THIS CAR | 88.4% | 1,689 | 23,118 mi | 49 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 |
| Ford Kuga Titanium First ED Eblue A | 90.4% | 616 | 28,360 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Ferrari 360 (90.3% pass rate) and the Ferrari F430 (89.8% pass rate), the Ferrari 512 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Ferrari 512Should you buy a used Ferrari 512?
The Ferrari 512 has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.4% across 1,689 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Ferrari 512 are exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (19 recorded failures), windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (15), and fog lamp not working (14). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Ferrari 512 owner drives around 174 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 512 models stay on UK roads for around 49 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.