Ferrari 348
From 559 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning and steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc. The top issue, parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value, caused 5 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value | 5 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 5 |
| steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 3 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 2 |
| a battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier | 2 |
| indicator or hazard warning switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements | 2 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 2 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 2 |
| an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 1 |
| number plate inscription missing or illegible | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 96.4% | parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 1991 | 97.5% | a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
Typical mileage
Half of all 348s tested had between 27,308 and 50,995 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 39,223 median miles, the 348 has 0.011 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Ferrari models
| Ferrari 488 | 96.8% |
| Ferrari California | 95.8% |
| Ferrari F430 | 95.7% |
| Ferrari Portofino S-A | 95.6% |
| Ferrari F355 | 92.8% |
Common questions
What is the Ferrari 348 MOT pass rate?
The Ferrari 348 has a 95.7% MOT pass rate based on 559 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ferrari 348?
The most common MOT failure on the Ferrari 348 is parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value, which caused 5 failures. Other common issues include a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
What is the typical mileage of a Ferrari 348 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ferrari 348 is 39,223 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 27,308 and 50,995 miles.
Buying a used 348?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
Some links are to services we may earn from. Disclosure.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.