Ferrari 599 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ferrari 599 reliable? We analysed 6,382 real MOT tests across 630 vehicles to find out.
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The Ferrari 599 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside and position lamp(s) not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ferrari 599.
Ferrari 599 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ferrari 599. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ferrari 599 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ferrari 599 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ferrari 599 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Ferrari 599 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Ferrari 599 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ferrari 599 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ferrari 599 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ferrari 599 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 136 | 94.1% | 3,984 | 9,593 | 14,906 |
| 2011 | 668 | 93.4% | 3,492 | 6,033 | 12,036 |
| 2010 | 641 | 90.8% | 5,554 | 8,908 | 15,763 |
| 2009 | 893 | 90.5% | 8,785 | 15,980 | 23,589 |
| 2008 | 1,756 | 90.0% | 10,549 | 17,152 | 26,008 |
| 2007 | 1,811 | 89.8% | 11,214 | 19,408 | 28,543 |
| 2006 | 402 | 89.1% | 13,866 | 22,998 | 37,477 |
How Long Does a Ferrari 599 Last?
Based on 630 Ferrari 599 vehicles on UK roads.
Ferrari 599 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ferrari 599 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 599
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
94.1% MOT pass rate from 136 tests
89.1% MOT pass rate from 402 tests
The best year to buy a used Ferrari 599 is 2012, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.1% across 136 tests. The 2006 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 599 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferrari 599 THIS CAR | 90.5% | 6,382 | 15,550 mi | 20 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 |
| Saab 9-3 SE Turbo | 75.2% | 2,405 | 92,601 mi | 28 yrs |
Compared to the Ferrari 360 (90.3% pass rate) and the Ferrari F430 (89.8% pass rate), the Ferrari 599 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Ferrari 599Should you buy a used Ferrari 599?
The Ferrari 599 has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.5% across 6,382 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 599 are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (96 recorded failures), headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (44), and position lamp(s) not working (26). 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 599 owner drives around 628 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 599 models stay on UK roads for around 20 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.