Ferrari Dino Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ferrari Dino reliable? We analysed 2,218 real MOT tests across 244 vehicles to find out.
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The Ferrari Dino is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid and brake binding. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ferrari Dino.
Ferrari Dino Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ferrari Dino. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ferrari Dino MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ferrari Dino to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ferrari Dino Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Ferrari Dino fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Ferrari Dino Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ferrari Dino owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ferrari Dino MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ferrari Dino year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 103 | 74.8% | 22,204 | 42,549 | 59,772 |
| 1978 | 69 | 91.3% | 30,510 | 47,068 | 64,143 |
| 1976 | 102 | 80.4% | 38,128 | 59,448 | 65,095 |
| 1974 | 219 | 93.2% | 31,902 | 47,334 | 55,606 |
| 1973 | 776 | 88.9% | 26,779 | 44,943 | 60,394 |
| 1972 | 361 | 87.3% | 35,748 | 44,603 | 53,736 |
| 1971 | 213 | 88.7% | 25,654 | 44,602 | 78,111 |
How Long Does a Ferrari Dino Last?
Based on 244 Ferrari Dino vehicles on UK roads.
Ferrari Dino Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ferrari Dino 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 Dino
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
93.2% MOT pass rate from 219 tests
74.8% MOT pass rate from 103 tests
The best year to buy a used Ferrari Dino is 1974, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.2% across 219 tests. The 1979 model year has the lowest pass rate at 74.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ferrari Dino Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferrari Dino THIS CAR | 87.1% | 2,218 | 46,311 mi | 55 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 |
| Hyosung GT | 73% | 2,852 | 7,176 mi | 11 yrs |
Compared to the Ferrari 360 (90.3% pass rate) and the Ferrari F430 (89.8% pass rate), the Ferrari Dino trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Ferrari DinoShould you buy a used Ferrari Dino?
The Ferrari Dino has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.1% across 2,218 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 Dino are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (43 recorded failures), windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (41), and brake binding (33). 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 Dino owner drives around 213 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 Dino models stay on UK roads for around 55 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.