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Ferrari Portofino M S-a Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ferrari Portofino M S-a reliable? We analysed 368 real MOT tests across 230 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 368 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
94.0%
Typical Mileage
7,501mi
Annual Mileage
1,654mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ferrari Portofino M 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 Portofino M S-a.

Ferrari Portofino M S-a Number Plates

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

Ferrari Portofino M S-a MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

94.8%
2022
91.9%
2021

Ferrari Portofino M S-a Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2
Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall 1
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall has an egg sized bulge. 1
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer sidewall - 245/35/20 1

Ferrari Portofino M S-a Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Ferrari Portofino M 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
895 mi/yr
Typical
1,654 mi/yr
Average
2,431 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,889 mi/yr

Ferrari Portofino M S-a MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 233 94.8% 3,840 6,377 11,199
2021 99 91.9% 6,476 10,291 12,432

How Long Does a Ferrari Portofino M S-a Last?

Based on 230 Ferrari Portofino M S-a vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.7 years
Median
3.0 years

Ferrari Portofino M S-a Mileage Distribution

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

Median
7,501 mi
75th Percentile
12,352 mi
95th Percentile
31,641 mi
Max Recorded
174,045 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Ferrari Portofino M S-a

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

Best year
2022

94.8% MOT pass rate from 233 tests

Year to avoid
2021

91.9% MOT pass rate from 99 tests

The best year to buy a used Ferrari Portofino M S-a is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.8% across 233 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 91.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Ferrari Portofino M 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 Portofino M S-a THIS CAR 94.0% 368 7,501 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
Starway CL50 Qt 73.9% 287 3,113 mi 26 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Ferrari Portofino M S-a?

The Ferrari Portofino M S-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 94.0% across 368 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 lump, 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 Portofino M 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 Portofino M S-a owner drives around 1,654 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 Portofino M S-a — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ferrari Portofino M S-a reliable?
Based on 368 MOT tests, the Ferrari Portofino M S-a has a 94.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ferrari Portofino M S-a?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ferrari Portofino M S-a do per year?
The typical Ferrari Portofino M S-a does around 1,654 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ferrari Portofino M S-a last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ferrari Portofino M 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 Portofino M S-a?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Ferrari Portofino M S-a is 2022 with a 94.8% pass rate across 233 tests.