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Ferrari 458 reliability by build year

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We've only got 389 MOT tests for Ferrari 458 models built around 2013 (12 years old). Treat these numbers as a rough guide.

Not enough data

Ferrari 458 built around 2013: not enough MOT data yet

We've only seen a handful of Ferrari 458 models built around 2013 so far. Too few to spot a pattern yet.

Key figure

Check a car’s number plate to see its own MOT record, or come back when there’s more MOT history.

What to check before viewing

The Ferrari 458's most common MOT issues, turned into things to ask about or look for.

Brake discs

High priority

Ask for the date and mileage of the last disc replacement; visually check for a deep wear lip and rust pitting on each disc.

Tyres

Worth checking

Check tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.

Visibility

Worth checking

Inspect the visibility carefully and ask the seller for repair history.

Vehicle-specific check

Worth checking

Check the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.

Windscreen

If you have time

Inspect for chips and cracks in the wiper sweep area (Zone A) — these will fail an MOT.

How build years differ

Use the build-year guide below to separate newer build years from older ones.

Find your 458's generation

Each card below is a different generation. Select your year and we'll highlight the match.

Ferrari 458 fail rate by age

This chart combines every Ferrari 458 ever sold. It's good for the big picture. For one generation, scroll up to the build-year cards.

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rate
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
9 yearsbuilt around 2016
1253.2%
10 yearsbuilt around 2015
3244.0%
11 yearsbuilt around 2014
3074.2%
12 yearsbuilt around 2013
3893.6%
13 yearsbuilt around 2012
2466.1%
14 yearsbuilt around 2011
1531.3%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 13 years old.

What goes wrong most often on 12-year-old Ferrari 458 models

These issues come from 12-year-old Ferrari 458 models, every generation combined.

All generations of this modelNot enough data

Most common advisories and fails

In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one

  1. 1
    Advisory

    Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing

    5.7%
    Advisory: 35Fail: 2 (5% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Minor

    Wiper blade defective

    1.5%
    Advisory: 0Fail: 0 (0% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge

    1.0%
    Advisory: 9Fail: 0 (0% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Minor

    Windscreen damaged, but the driver can still see clearly

    1.0%
    Advisory: 0Fail: 0 (0% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Number plate loose, but not likely to fall off

    0.8%
    Advisory: 3Fail: 0 (0% of the times it was found)

Based on 389 MOT tests on 12-year-old Ferrari 458 models, every generation combined.

How many are still registered, and recalls

How many of these are still registered in the UK, and what's been recalled across the model.

How many are still registered

Not enough registration data to show this for the Ferrari 458.

The share still registered can reflect demand, the cost of repairs, exports, write-offs and how owners use the car. It isn't proof of how long the car lasts mechanically.

Recall context

15 recalls in all

5 of the 15 Ferrari 458 recalls cover cars built in these years.

  • 2 Critical
  • 3 more

Top concerns

  • Airbag may not deploy correctly
  • Drivers airbag may not deploy correctly
  • The cap of the brake oil reservoir may not be able to ensure proper ventilation to maintain the atmospheric pressure ins

For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.

Other coupes to compare

Other coupes to compare

  1. 1

    Volkswagen Scirocco

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    25.9%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    6.3%
    Dangerous
    7.3%
    Still registered at 10 years
    94.4%

    No clear edge over the Ferrari 458 on these figures.

    5,634 MOT tests on cars built around 2013

  2. 2

    Audi TT

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    15.8%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    3.4%
    Dangerous
    5%
    Still registered at 10 years
    95.5%

    No clear edge over the Ferrari 458 on these figures.

    7,072 MOT tests on cars built around 2013

  3. 3

    Peugeot RCZ

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    27.9%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    7.5%
    Dangerous
    6.3%
    Still registered at 10 years
    93.9%

    No clear edge over the Ferrari 458 on these figures.

    2,593 MOT tests on cars built around 2013

  4. 4

    Toyota GT86

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    16.6%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    5.9%
    Dangerous
    4.3%
    Still registered at 10 years
    94.8%

    No clear edge over the Ferrari 458 on these figures.

    1,927 MOT tests on cars built around 2013

Fail rate
= the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
Fail, no pass in 3 days
= the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
Dangerous
= the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
Still registered at 10 years
= the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.

Frequently asked questions

Built around 2013 (12 years old), the Ferrari 458 across all generations combined fails MOTs noticeably less often than typical for this age. This is based on 389 12-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.

These figures come from DVSA's MOT records. Across every Ferrari 458 ever sold: 1,544 tests. The main figures are for cars built around 2013 (12 years old): 389 tests. They are a guide, not a guarantee. Always inspect the car or have a mechanic check it.