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

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Is the Ferrari Roma S-a reliable? We analysed 1,015 real MOT tests across 545 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,015 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
94.7%
Typical Mileage
8,184mi
Annual Mileage
1,630mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ferrari Roma S-a is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, headlamp aim too low and headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ferrari Roma S-a.

Ferrari Roma S-a Number Plates

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

Ferrari Roma S-a MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

93%
2023
95.5%
2022
94.3%
2021

Ferrari Roma S-a Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Ferrari Roma S-a fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2
Headlamp aim too low 2
Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam 2
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 2

Ferrari Roma S-a Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Ferrari Roma 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

Ferrari Roma S-a Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Ferrari Roma 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
736 mi/yr
Typical
1,630 mi/yr
Average
3,332 mi/yr
Heavy usage
3,568 mi/yr

Ferrari Roma S-a MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 57 93.0% 4,885 7,577 10,676
2022 336 95.5% 4,482 7,614 11,351
2021 566 94.3% 5,361 8,204 12,331

How Long Does a Ferrari Roma S-a Last?

Based on 545 Ferrari Roma S-a vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.1 years
Median
3.0 years

Ferrari Roma S-a Mileage Distribution

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

Median
8,184 mi
75th Percentile
12,433 mi
95th Percentile
27,374 mi
Max Recorded
69,421 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Ferrari Roma S-a

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

Best year
2022

95.5% MOT pass rate from 336 tests

Year to avoid
2023

93.0% MOT pass rate from 57 tests

The best year to buy a used Ferrari Roma S-a is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.5% across 336 tests. The 2023 model year has the lowest pass rate at 93.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Ferrari Roma 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 Roma S-a THIS CAR 94.7% 1,015 8,184 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
Mazda CX-5 Se-l D 90.2% 652 58,656 mi — yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Ferrari Roma S-a?

The Ferrari Roma S-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 94.7% across 1,015 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 Roma S-a are windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (2 recorded failures), headlamp aim too low (2), and headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (2). 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.

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 Roma 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 Roma S-a owner drives around 1,630 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 Roma S-a — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ferrari Roma S-a reliable?
Based on 1,015 MOT tests, the Ferrari Roma S-a has a 94.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ferrari Roma S-a?
The most common MOT failures are windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, headlamp aim too low, and headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Ferrari Roma S-a do per year?
The typical Ferrari Roma S-a does around 1,630 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ferrari Roma S-a last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ferrari Roma 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 Roma S-a?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Ferrari Roma S-a is 2022 with a 95.5% pass rate across 336 tests.