Ferrari F355 MOT Failures
An analysis of 2,106 real DVSA MOT tests on the Ferrari F355 — what fails, how often, and how that compares to every other car on UK roads.
Where the Ferrari F355 fails its MOT
The single biggest MOT failure point on the Ferrari F355 is emissions failure — this model is 39 times more likely to fail on this item than the average car on UK roads. That makes it a significant weak point for anyone buying or owning this model. Across 2,106 MOT tests, 2.48% of all Ferrari F355 tests recorded this as a failure.
Exhaust and emissions failures often point to catalytic converter degradation, lambda sensor faults, or — in diesel models — DPF problems. These can be expensive to fix and will cause an immediate MOT failure.
The failures span 2 categories: Exhaust & Emissions, Suspension. If you're inspecting a Ferrari F355 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.
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What to check before buying a Ferrari F355
Based on the MOT failure data and known issues above, here's what to prioritise when inspecting a Ferrari F355:
Exhaust & Emissions — check for emissions failure. Suspension — check for coil springs broken.
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Ferrari F355 MOT FAQs
What are the most common MOT failures on a Ferrari F355?
Based on 2,106 DVSA MOT tests, the most common failure is emissions failure — at 39x the national fleet average. Other frequent failures include coil springs broken.
Is the Ferrari F355 reliable based on MOT data?
The Ferrari F355 has 2 categories where it fails more often than average. The main concern is emissions failure. 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 emissions failure, coil springs broken.
How do I check a Ferrari F355'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.