Ferrari 456 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Ferrari 456. Check any 456 by registration number below.

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87.0%

Avg Pass Rate

-8.7%

vs Ferrari Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Ferrari 456 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Ferrari 456 has an average MOT pass rate of 87.0%, which is 8.7 percentage points below the Ferrari brand average of 95.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 456 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Ferrari 456, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Ferrari 456 performs at MOT across different model years.

2000

Based on 44 vehicles

88.6%Excellent

Ferrari average: 95.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

1999

Based on 38 vehicles

84.2%Good

Ferrari average: 95.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

15.4%

1998

Based on 54 vehicles

79.6%Good

Ferrari average: 95.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

40.0%

1997

Based on 69 vehicles

85.5%Excellent

Ferrari average: 95.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

8.7%

1996

Based on 53 vehicles

84.9%Good

Ferrari average: 95.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

5.6%

1995

Based on 157 vehicles

91.7%Excellent

Ferrari average: 95.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

1.6%

1994

Based on 76 vehicles

93.4%Excellent

Ferrari average: 95.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

4.0%

0

Based on 158 vehicles

88.0%Excellent

Ferrari average: 95.7%

Mileage at 5yr

40k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Nearside

9.1%

Rear Offside

9.1%

Front Nearside

9.1%

Other Ferrari Models

Compare MOT reliability across Ferrari models.

Ferrari 512

77.4% pass rate

Ferrari 360

92.1% pass rate

Ferrari California

96.0% pass rate

Ferrari 599 Gto

100.0% pass rate

Ferrari Portofino S-a

98.2% pass rate

Ferrari Enzo

100.0% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Ferrari 456

Ferrari 456 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Ferrari 456 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Ferrari 456?

The average MOT pass rate for the Ferrari 456 is 87.0% compared to the Ferrari average of 95.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Ferrari 456?

Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.

Is the Ferrari 456 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 87.0%, the Ferrari 456 is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Ferrari 456?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Ferrari 456?

Typical mileage for the Ferrari 456: 40,452 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 456 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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