Ferrari 599 MOT Failures
An analysis of 3,180 real DVSA MOT tests on the Ferrari 599 — what fails, how often, and how that compares to every other car on UK roads.
Where the Ferrari 599 fails its MOT
The single biggest MOT failure point on the Ferrari 599 is suspension pin, bush or joint worn — this model is 15 times more likely to fail on this item than the average car on UK roads. That makes it worth watching for anyone buying or owning this model. Across 3,180 MOT tests, 5.91% of all Ferrari 599 tests recorded this as a failure.
Suspension failures typically mean worn bushes, drop links, or dampers. These affect handling and tyre wear. Budget £150–£400 per corner at an independent garage for full suspension overhaul.
Other notable weak points include track rod ends worn (15x the fleet average) and abs fault (8.5x the fleet average). These ratios compare the Ferrari 599's failure rate on each item against the national average for all cars tested — a ratio of 10x means this model fails ten times more often than a typical car.
The failures span 2 categories: Suspension, Steering. If you're inspecting a Ferrari 599 before purchase, these are the areas to focus on — and if any have been flagged as advisories on a previous MOT, they're likely to become failures in the near future.
What to check before buying a Ferrari 599
Based on the MOT failure data and known issues above, here's what to prioritise when inspecting a Ferrari 599:
Suspension — check for suspension pin, bush or joint worn, abs fault. Steering — check for track rod ends worn.
Always check the car's full MOT history for patterns — recurring advisories often become failures within 12 months. Enter any reg into our free car check to see the complete picture.
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Ferrari 599 MOT FAQs
What are the most common MOT failures on a Ferrari 599?
Based on 3,180 DVSA MOT tests, the most common failure is suspension pin, bush or joint worn — at 15x the national fleet average. Other frequent failures include track rod ends worn and abs fault.
Is the Ferrari 599 reliable based on MOT data?
The Ferrari 599 has 3 categories where it fails more often than average. The main concern is suspension pin, bush or joint worn. Always check a specific car's full history before buying.
What MOT failures should I expect at high mileage?
The most common high-mileage failures include suspension pin, bush or joint worn, track rod ends worn, abs fault.
How do I check a Ferrari 599's MOT history?
Enter the registration number into our free car check above. You'll see every MOT test result, advisories and failures, mileage readings, write-off status, and finance checks.
MOT failure data sourced from DVSA bulk test records via data.gov.uk. Ratios compare this model's failure rate against the national fleet average. Known issues sourced from manufacturer bulletins, specialist workshops, and verified owner reports.