Ferrari 458
From 1,232 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 number plate missing or so insecure that it is likely to fall off, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction and windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen. The top issue, number plate missing or so insecure that it is likely to fall off, caused 4 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| number plate missing or so insecure that it is likely to fall off | 4 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 3 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 3 |
| a shock absorber which has negligible damping effect | 1 |
| obligatory mirror or device not providing an adequate view to the rear | 1 |
| obligatory mirror or device inoperative, excessively damaged or insecure | 1 |
| wiper blade defective | 1 |
| emissions levels exceed default limits | 1 |
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 1 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 1 |
Ferrari 458 on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 16 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 16.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 1,129 | 447 | +0 | -0 | +6 |
| 2025 Q2 | 1,163 | 407 | +0 | -0 | +11 |
| 2025 Q1 | 916 | 643 | +0 | -0 | +5 |
| 2024 Q4 | 882 | 672 | +0 | -16 | -16 |
| 2024 Q3 | 1,134 | 436 | +0 | -0 | +17 |
| 2024 Q2 | 1,169 | 384 | +0 | -0 | +69 |
| 2024 Q1 | 994 | 490 | +1 | -71 | -70 |
| 2023 Q4 | 926 | 628 | +1 | -29 | -28 |
3 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 458 Spider Dct S-A | Petrol | 489 | 45% |
| 458 Italia Dct S-A | Petrol | 455 | 42% |
| 458 Speciale Ab S-A | Petrol | 146 | 13% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 98% | number plate missing or so insecure that it is likely to fall off, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction |
| 2014 | 97.9% | windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen, obligatory mirror or device not providing an adequate view to the rear |
Typical mileage
Half of all 458s tested had between 3,576 and 16,944 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 9,793 median miles, the 458 has 0.022 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 458 MOT pass rate?
The Ferrari 458 has a 97.8% MOT pass rate based on 1,232 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ferrari 458?
The most common MOT failure on the Ferrari 458 is number plate missing or so insecure that it is likely to fall off, which caused 4 failures. Other common issues include engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction.
How many Ferrari 458s are on UK roads?
There are 1,129 Ferrari 458s currently licensed on UK roads, with 447 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Ferrari 458 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ferrari 458 is 9,793 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 3,576 and 16,944 miles.
Buying a used 458?
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.
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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.