2013 Ferrari California — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2013 Ferrari California passed 94.3% of its 511 recorded MOT tests. That is 14.4 percentage points better than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 20.1%. Failures cluster in tyres, other defects and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (3.9%) and other defects (1.4%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are registration plates, wipers and shock absorbers — registration plates alone was recorded 12 times.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 9.2% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.9% | 20 |
| 2 | Other defects | 1.4% | 7 |
| 3 | Visibility | 0.8% | 4 |
| 4 | Suspension | 0.8% | 4 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 0.8% | 4 |
| 6 | Brakes | 0.4% | 2 |
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 | 12 |
| 2 | Wipers | 5 |
| 3 | Shock absorbers | 3 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 3 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 2 |
| 6 | Service brake performance | 2 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 9.2% | 47 |
| 2 | Suspension | 1.8% | 9 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.6% | 8 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.6% | 8 |
| 5 | Other defects | 1.0% | 5 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 1.0% | 5 |
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 | 447 | 6.0% |
| 30-60k | 59 | 3.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 98 | 3.1% |
| 2022 | 105 | 6.7% |
| 2023 | 106 | 5.7% |
| 2024 | 101 | 9.9% |
| 2025 | 101 | 3.0% |
What to check before buying a 2013 California
On a 2013 California, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 3.9% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (3.9% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Other defects (1.4% of tests): Miscellaneous items not in the main categories. Typical repair: varies.
- Visibility (0.8% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
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 2013 Ferrari Californias pass their MOT?
94.3% of the 511 2013 Ferrari California MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 5.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2013 Ferrari California?
Tyres, recorded in 3.9% of tests, followed by other defects (1.4%).
Does the 2013 California get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.0% in the 0-30k band to 3.4% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 511 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.