2016 Ferrari F12Berlinetta — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 489 MOT tests analysed for the 2016 Ferrari F12Berlinetta, the most common recorded failure areas were other defects, lighting & signalling and tyres. Its pass rate of 98.8% was above the average for cars of a similar age (85.9%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Other defects | 1.2% | 6 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 0.8% | 4 |
| 3 | Tyres | 0.4% | 2 |
| 4 | Steering | 0.2% | 1 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.2% | 1 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 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 | 6 |
| 2 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 2 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 2 |
| 4 | Wipers | 1 |
| 5 | Window | 1 |
| 6 | Shock absorbers | 1 |
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 | 3.7% | 18 |
| 2 | Visibility | 1.2% | 6 |
| 3 | Other defects | 0.6% | 3 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 0.2% | 1 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.2% | 1 |
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 | 489 | 1.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 94 | 0.0% |
| 2022 | 103 | 1.9% |
| 2023 | 104 | 1.0% |
| 2024 | 92 | 0.0% |
| 2025 | 96 | 3.1% |
What to check before buying a 2016 F12Berlinetta
Before buying a 2016 Ferrari F12Berlinetta, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Other defects accounted for 1.2% of tests for this year.
- Other defects (1.2% of tests): Miscellaneous items not in the main categories. Typical repair: varies.
- Lighting & signalling (0.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (0.4% 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.
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 2016 Ferrari F12Berlinettas pass their MOT?
98.8% of the 489 2016 Ferrari F12Berlinetta MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 1.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2016 Ferrari F12Berlinetta?
Other defects, recorded in 1.2% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (0.8%).
Methodology & source. Based on 489 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.