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Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a reliable? We analysed 2,680 real MOT tests across 672 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,680 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
96.3%
Typical Mileage
5,884mi
Annual Mileage
896mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ferrari 812 Superfast 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 812 Superfast S-a.

Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

95.9%
2020
96.3%
2019
97.1%
2018

Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2
Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value 2

Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
323 mi/yr
Typical
896 mi/yr
Average
1,974 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,976 mi/yr

Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2020 590 95.9% 2,353 4,816 7,705
2019 1,344 96.3% 3,357 5,842 8,947
2018 622 97.1% 3,912 7,215 11,268

How Long Does a Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a Last?

Based on 672 Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a vehicles on UK roads.

Average
5.5 years
Median
6.0 years

Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
5,884 mi
75th Percentile
9,119 mi
95th Percentile
17,617 mi
Max Recorded
99,208 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2018

97.1% MOT pass rate from 622 tests

Year to avoid
2020

95.9% MOT pass rate from 590 tests

The best year to buy a used Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a is 2018, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 97.1% across 622 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 95.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Ferrari 812 Superfast 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 812 Superfast S-a THIS CAR 96.3% 2,680 5,884 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
Kawasaki GPZ500 78.5% 2,643 26,427 mi 37 yrs

Compared to the Ferrari 360 (90.3% pass rate) and the Ferrari F430 (89.8% pass rate), the Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a?

The Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 96.3% across 2,680 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. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a 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 812 Superfast S-a owner drives around 896 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.

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.

Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a reliable?
Based on 2,680 MOT tests, the Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a has a 96.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a do per year?
The typical Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a does around 896 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Ferrari 812 Superfast S-a is 2018 with a 97.1% pass rate across 622 tests.