2007 Ferrari 599 — MOT failures & pass rate
444 MOT tests on the 2007 Ferrari 599 are in this dataset, and 94.6% of them passed. All cars of a similar age fail 27.0% of the time, so this is 21.6pp better than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (2.7%) and brakes (1.6%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are registration plates, headlamp aim and ball joint — registration plates alone was recorded 10 times.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 11.0% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 2.7% of tests failed in 2021 against 6.9% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 2.7% | 12 |
| 2 | Brakes | 1.6% | 7 |
| 3 | Suspension | 1.4% | 6 |
| 4 | Other defects | 1.4% | 6 |
| 5 | Steering | 0.9% | 4 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.2% | 1 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registration plates | 10 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 7 |
| 3 | Ball joint | 6 |
| 4 | Track rod end | 6 |
| 5 | Position lamp | 5 |
| 6 | Rbt (sp) | 5 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 11.0% | 49 |
| 2 | Tyres | 8.1% | 36 |
| 3 | Steering | 4.0% | 18 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.8% | 8 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.1% | 5 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.9% | 4 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 288 | 6.6% |
| 30-60k | 147 | 3.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 74 | 2.7% |
| 2022 | 85 | 5.9% |
| 2023 | 97 | 4.1% |
| 2024 | 101 | 6.9% |
| 2025 | 87 | 6.9% |
What to check before buying a 2007 599
On a 2007 599, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 2.7% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (2.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (1.6% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Suspension (1.4% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2007 Ferrari 599s pass their MOT?
94.6% of the 444 2007 Ferrari 599 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 5.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Ferrari 599?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 2.7% of tests, followed by brakes (1.6%).
Does the 2007 599 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.6% in the 0-30k band to 3.4% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 444 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.