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Ferrari 458 - 2011

29.7 faults per 100 tests
Year average for all cars of 2011 is 274.4 faults per 100 tests
Dataset: MOT tests in Great Britain (period: 2024-01-01 to 2025-09-10) for Ferrari 458, model year 2011. Sample size: 216 cars, 474 tests and 141 recorded faults.
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Less faults compared to the average car of same model year

Quick summary

Total: 216 cars

The 2011 Ferrari 458 exhibits a significantly lower overall defect rate compared to the average car of the same year, with only 30 defects per 100 vehicles versus 271. This model shows exceptional performance in categories such as brakes and steering, where it has a defect rate markedly below average, indicating better reliability in these areas. Additionally, the Ferrari 458 excels in visibility and lights, further demonstrating its superior quality. However, there are notable trends in mileage-related defects, especially in the lower mileage ranges, where the defect rates are higher compared to the average; this suggests potential issues for vehicles used less frequently. Overall, this model stands out for its exceptional reliability across multiple categories.

Cars by mileage segment

Total: 216 cars

Categories

Brakes
▲ 98.1% better
2.1 faults / 100 tests
Year avg: 109.9 / 100 tests
  • Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded
  • Brake lining or pad: worn below 1.5mm
  • Parking brake inoperative on one side, or in the case of testing on the road, the vehicle deviates excessively from a straight line
  • Parking brake efficiency: below minimum requirement
Steering
▲ 97.5% better
0.4 faults / 100 tests
Year avg: 15.8 / 100 tests
  • A steering ball joint: with excessive wear or free play
Visibility
▲ 58.0% better
8.9 faults / 100 tests
Year avg: 21.2 / 100 tests
  • Wiper blade: defective
  • Obligatory mirror or device: slightly damaged or loose
  • Wiper blade: missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen
  • Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen
  • Windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured: but not adversely affecting driver’s view
Lights & Electrics
▲ 98.1% better
1.3 faults / 100 tests
Year avg: 68.9 / 100 tests
  • The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements
  • Reflector: missing or reflecting white to the rear
Wheels & Suspension
▲ 83.9% better
43.0 faults / 100 tests
Year avg: 266.4 / 100 tests
  • A tyre: with a lump, bulge or tear … or with cords exposed or damaged
  • Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
  • A tyre: with a lump, bulge or tear … or with cords exposed or damaged
  • A shock absorber damaged … or showing signs of severe leakage
  • A wheel: badly distorted or wear between wheel and hub at spigot mounting
Body/Structure
▲ 100.0% better
0.0 faults / 100 tests
Year avg: 31.3 / 100 tests
Equipment
▲ 100.0% better
0.0 faults / 100 tests
Year avg: 7.4 / 100 tests
Other
▲ 86.3% better
3.8 faults / 100 tests
Year avg: 27.8 / 100 tests
  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicating a malfunction
  • Lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer
  • Emissions levels exceed default limits

Fault rate by mileage segment

Model    Year average
0 421 0–31,000 mi 31,000–62,000 62,000–93,000 93,000–124,000 124,000+
* Metric: faults per 100 tests.

Most common faults (Top 10)

A tyre: with a lump, bulge or tear … or with cords exposed or damaged
ADVISORY
Occurrences: 47
A shock absorber damaged … or showing signs of severe leakage
ADVISORY
Occurrences: 27
Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
ADVISORY
Occurrences: 16
Windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured: but not adversely affecting driver’s view
MINOR
Occurrences: 15
A wheel: badly distorted or wear between wheel and hub at spigot mounting
ADVISORY
Occurrences: 6
Lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer
FAIL
Occurrences: 5
Engine MIL inoperative or indicating a malfunction
FAIL
Occurrences: 3
Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
FAIL
Occurrences: 2
Wiper blade: missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen
FAIL
Occurrences: 2
A suspension pin, bush, joint or bearing: excessively worn
ADVISORY
Occurrences: 2

Serious faults (Top 10)

Lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer
FAIL
Occurrences: 5
Engine MIL inoperative or indicating a malfunction
FAIL
Occurrences: 3
Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
FAIL
Occurrences: 2
A tyre: with a lump, bulge or tear … or with cords exposed or damaged
FAIL
Occurrences: 2
Wiper blade: missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen
FAIL
Occurrences: 2
Parking brake inoperative on one side, or in the case of testing on the road, the vehicle deviates excessively from a straight line
FAIL
Occurrences: 1
Emissions levels exceed default limits
FAIL
Occurrences: 1
Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen
FAIL
Occurrences: 1
Reflector: missing or reflecting white to the rear
FAIL
Occurrences: 1
Parking brake efficiency: below minimum requirement
FAIL
Occurrences: 1