2012 Ferrari 458 · 1,384 MOT tests
2012 Ferrari 458 reliability
2012 Ferrari 458s fail 5.3% of first MOT tests, 69% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 4 of 4 458 years (1,384 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
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- first-time fail rate (all Ferrari 458s: 3.9%)
- 5.3%
- first-time fail rate (all Ferrari 458s: 3.9%)
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- 69% fewer
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 11
- 17,032
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 11
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
- 1,384
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
Year on year
2012 against the years either side
- 2011 cars: 76% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2012 car does worse)
- 2013 cars: 76% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2012 car does worse)
- Weak spot: number plates and vin, 2.2% of tests fail here (1002% above cars of the same age and mileage).
- Strong point: tyres, 52% fewer fails than comparable cars.
- Plates: a 2012 car carries a 61 plate (January–February 2012), or a 12 plate (March–August 2012), or a 62 plate (September–December 2012).
Common problems
What fails on a 2012 Ferrari 458
Fail rate by area
- Number plates and VIN2.2%
- Tyres1.5%
- Brakes0.7%
- Lights and electrics0.6%
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors0.5%
- Suspension0.4%
- Exhaust, emissions and leaks0.3%
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top failures
Number plate missing or insecure 1.23%
A missing or loose number plate is illegal and must be fixed before the car is used on the road.
Number plate does not meet standards 1.01%
The plate does not meet legal specifications, so it must be replaced with a compliant one before the car is driven.
Tyre pressure monitoring system faulty 0.51%
A faulty tyre pressure monitor cannot warn about low tyre pressure, so check tyres manually and have the fault diagnosed.
Shock absorber serious fluid leak 0.29%
A shock absorber leaking heavily has likely lost its damping, so the car will handle and brake less safely.
Tyre tread below 1.6mm 0.29%
Tread below 1.6mm is illegal and reduces grip in wet conditions, so the tyre must be replaced.
Wiper blade not clearing windscreen 0.29%
Wipers that do not clear the windscreen reduce visibility in rain, which is a safety risk, so replace them.
Common advisories
Tyre slightly damaged or cracking (2.82%) · Tyre worn close to legal limit (1.59%) · Shock absorber light oil misting (0.79%) · Tyre showing slight damage (0.43%) · Brake pipes corroded and greasy (0.36%) · Tyre worn close to legal limit (0.36%)
Other years
Every Ferrari 458 year
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Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results, 2022 to 2024, class 4 normal tests.
Is a 2012 Ferrari 458 reliable?
2012 Ferrari 458s fail 5.3% of first MOT tests, 69% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 4 of 4 458 years (1,384 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
What fails on a 2012 Ferrari 458 MOT?
Most often number plate missing or insecure (1.23% of tests), number plate does not meet standards (1.01% of tests), tyre pressure monitoring system faulty (0.51% of tests).
How many miles should a 2012 Ferrari 458 have done?
At its MOT aged about 11, a typical 2012 Ferrari 458 shows 17,032 miles. Much higher or lower is worth asking about.
What plate is a 2012 car?
A car first registered in 2012 carries a 61 plate (January–February 2012), or a 12 plate (March–August 2012), or a 62 plate (September–December 2012).
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