2010 · 14 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2010 Ferrari California MOT pass rate and common faults

204 MOT tests in 2024. 94.6% passed first time, compared with 59.6% for all cars the same age.

159Well above average
Passed first time94.6%
Failed or needed repairs5.4%
Typical mileage at test30,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 204 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak2.5%
  2. Registration plates: does not conform to the specified requirements1.0%
  3. Tyres - condition: has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords0.5%
  4. Tyres - condition: has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure0.5%
    1 marked dangerous
  5. Washers: jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen0.5%
  6. Door condition: cannot be opened from inside the vehicle0.5%
  7. Individual direction indicators: not working0.5%
  8. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively0.5%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Suspension2.5%
  2. Number plates & VIN1.0%
  3. Tyres1.0%
  4. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)1.0%
  5. Body & chassis0.5%
  6. Lights & electrics0.5%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure6.9%
  2. Shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak6.4%
  3. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm2.9%
  4. Suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn2.0%
  5. Tyres - condition: has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords2.0%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year does better than most cars its age, so it is a reasonable used buy on MOT record alone. Before buying, check the area that fails most: shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2010 Ferrari California?

In 2024, 94.6% of 2010 Ferrari California cars passed their MOT first time, across 204 tests. The average for all 14-year-old cars was 59.6%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2010 Ferrari California?

The most common failure reasons were shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak; registration plates: does not conform to the specified requirements; tyres - condition: has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords. The biggest problem area was suspension.

Is the 2010 Ferrari California reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 159, which is well above average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).