Ferrari F12BERLINETTA MOT pass rate and common problems
99.3% of 1,217 Ferrari F12BERLINETTA MOT tests pass.
The F12BERLINETTA has a pass rate of 99.3%, a little higher than the average across all Ferrari models (97.1%).
The Ferrari F12BERLINETTA passes its MOT 99.3% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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This is the average across every Ferrari F12BERLINETTA in the dataset. Look up your own registration for its actual MOT history, and a free place to keep its maintenance records.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate stays relatively stable with age: 99.6% at 6–10 years versus 97.9% at 10–15 years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | too few tests (5) | 5 | no reading |
| 6–10 years | 99.6% | 1,017 | 12,997 miles |
| 10–15 years | 97.9% | 195 | 17,214 miles |
| 15+ years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Ferrari F12BERLINETTA
The most common reason the Ferrari F12BERLINETTA fails its MOT is identification of the vehicle — present in 73.3% of failed tests, most often logged as "Missing".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Identification of the vehicle | 73.3% | Missing |
| Tyres | 40.0% | Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 26.7% | Too far to the right |
| Steering | 20.0% | Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Visibility | 6.7% | Provides insufficient washer liquid |
Buying a used Ferrari F12BERLINETTA: what to check
These checks follow the Ferrari F12BERLINETTA’s own MOT record: the areas it fails on most often, and how that changes as the car gets older. None of them replaces a mechanic’s inspection, but they tell you where to look first.
1. Number plates and VIN
Recorded in 73.3% of failed Ferrari F12BERLINETTA MOTs. Rare on young cars, but 3.1% of tests at 10–15 years failed on number plates and vin.
Match the registration plates and the VIN (usually at the base of the windscreen and on a door pillar) to the V5C.
2. Tyres
Recorded in 40.0% of failed Ferrari F12BERLINETTA MOTs.
Check tread depth across the whole width of every tyre, including the inner edge. Uneven wear can point to alignment or suspension problems. Look for cuts and bulges in the sidewalls.
3. Lights and electrics
Recorded in 26.7% of failed Ferrari F12BERLINETTA MOTs. Rare on young cars, but 1.5% of tests at 10–15 years failed on lights and electrics.
Walk round with the lights on: headlights (dipped and main), indicators, brake lights, fog light and number-plate lamp. Check the dashboard warning lights come on with the ignition, then go out once the engine starts.
4. Steering
Recorded in 20.0% of failed Ferrari F12BERLINETTA MOTs. Rare on young cars, but 1.5% of tests at 10–15 years failed on steering.
The steering should feel precise, without knocks or play, and the car should run straight. Turn to full lock both ways and listen for clunks.
5. Windscreen and wipers
Recorded in 6.7% of failed Ferrari F12BERLINETTA MOTs.
Look for windscreen chips and cracks in the driver’s line of sight, and check the wipers clear the screen and the washers work.
Check the car’s own MOT history. Averages describe the model, not the car in front of you. Look up its registration for past failures, advisories that were never fixed, and gaps or dips in the recorded mileage.
Ask for the service history. Invoices show what was done and when; a stamp alone shows less. See how to check Ferrari service history and what a service history check can tell you.
Related Ferrari models
- Ferrari 360 — 94.8% pass rate
- Ferrari F355 — 95.2% pass rate
- Ferrari 458 — 98.7% pass rate
- Ferrari 488 Pista — 99.2% pass rate
- Ferrari GTC4 Lusso — 95.9% pass rate
- Ferrari 458 Italia — 97.6% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Ferrari F12BERLINETTA?
- 99.3% of Ferrari F12BERLINETTA MOT tests pass, based on 1,217 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Ferrari F12BERLINETTA?
- The most common reason the Ferrari F12BERLINETTA fails its MOT is identification of the vehicle — present in 73.3% of failed tests, most often logged as "Missing".
- What are the common problems with the Ferrari F12BERLINETTA?
- Going by its MOT results, the most common problem areas on the Ferrari F12BERLINETTA are number plates and vin; tyres; lights and electrics. Rare on young cars, but 3.1% of tests at 10–15 years failed on number plates and vin.
- What should I check when buying a used Ferrari F12BERLINETTA?
- Start with the areas it most often fails its MOT on: number plates and vin; tyres; lights and electrics; steering; windscreen and wipers. Then check the specific car's MOT history by registration for failures, advisories and mileage, and ask the seller for service invoices.
- Does this show the Ferrari F12BERLINETTA's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the Ferrari service history guide for how to check and keep one.