Used buying checklist
Ferrari 360 reliability, common problems and used buying checks
A used Ferrari 360 looks better than average for reliability in UK MOT data: 5.3% of 1,080 tests failed, compared with 18.7% across all indexed models. A good example should have a clean MOT history for suspension and steering, corrosion and structure, and emissions, engine, and exhaust.
It can be, if the exact car has a clean history for suspension and steering, corrosion and structure, and emissions, engine, and exhaust.
Start with suspension and steering, corrosion and structure, and emissions, engine, and exhaust, then compare the car's mileage and recall record below.
Sources used: DVSA MOT tests (Apr 2026); vehicle recalls (Apr 2026); MOT fault wording (May 2025). MOT data does not capture every reliability issue, especially intermittent engine, gearbox or infotainment faults that do not appear during the test.
- 5.3% MOT failure rate
- Median tested mileage 30,853 miles
- 57 failed MOT tests analysed
Suspension and steering is the clearest area to check
Suspension and steering is the clearest named problem area in this model's MOT history (14.8 MOT notes per 100 tests). Example MOT phrases from this area include ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, ball joint excessively worn, and ball joint has excessive play.
Example MOT phrases to search in the car's history:
- ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt
- ball joint excessively worn
- ball joint has excessive play
- Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened
- excessively corroded
- ferrule excessively corroded
- Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits
- emissions hydrocarbon content excessive
- leaking excessively from engine
Focus on suspension and steering, corrosion and structure, and emissions, engine, and exhaust
The model's recorded failure rate is 5.3%, -13.4 percentage points compared with the average across all models. Use the seller questions below to check whether repeat MOT notes have actually been repaired.
- MOT tests analysed1,080 tests
- Median tested mileage30,853 miles
- Failed MOT tests57
Should you buy a used Ferrari 360?
94.7% of the MOT tests we analysed for this model passed. The model's recorded failure rate is 5.3%, -13.4 percentage points compared with the average across all models. This is a buying brief for the exact car in front of you: clean repeat history matters more than badge reputation.
- Repeat unresolved MOT notes for suspension and steering, corrosion and structure, and emissions, engine, and exhaust
- suspension and steering appearing across more than one MOT
- Any dangerous MOT failure on the exact car, especially if the same area appears again later
- No paperwork showing applicable recall work has been completed
- A seller who cannot explain MOT wording such as "ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt"
It can be, if the exact car has a clean history for suspension and steering, corrosion and structure, and emissions, engine, and exhaust.
Start with suspension and steering, corrosion and structure, and emissions, engine, and exhaust, then compare the car's mileage and recall record below.
Suspension and steering is the clearest named problem area in the MOT history (14.8 MOT notes per 100 tests). These counts are issue notes, not failure rates, because a single MOT can list several faults.
Past 100k miles on the Ferrari 360, MOT records most often point to mixed mot checks.
The MOT failure rate rises from 25.0% at 6-10 years to 5.2% at 15+ years. Compare the car with the nearest age range before treating a fault as normal wear or a warning sign. The average MOT failure rate across all models in the same dataset is 18.7%.
Start with suspension and steering, corrosion and structure, emissions, engine, and exhaust, and lights and electrical. The checklist on this page explains why each area is being recommended, what to inspect, and what to ask the seller.
6 relevant recall notices appear for this model. Treat them as safety checks to verify for the exact car, not as normal MOT wear.
What should I check first?
Start with suspension and steering, corrosion and structure, emissions, engine, and exhaust, and lights and electrical. The checklist on this page explains why each area is being recommended, what to inspect, and what to ask the seller. Each item shows whether it comes from MOT results, recall notices, or a standard used-car check.
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Suspension and steering Seen in MOT results
Suspension and steering is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (14.8 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Listen for knocks, check uneven tyre wear, and inspect steering play.
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Corrosion and structure Seen in MOT results
Corrosion and structure is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (3.5 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Inspect sills, subframes, mounting points, arches, and underside corrosion advisories.
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Emissions, engine, and exhaust Seen in MOT results
Emissions, engine, and exhaust is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (1.7 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Check warning lights, smoke, exhaust leaks, recent emissions failures, and service history.
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Lights and electrical Seen in MOT results
Lights and electrical is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (1.2 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Check every lamp, warning light, horn, battery condition, and dashboard messages.
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Windscreen, wipers, and mirrors Seen in MOT results
Windscreen, wipers, and mirrors is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (1.1 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Check windscreen damage, wiper operation, washers, mirrors, and demisting.
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Tyres and wheels Seen in MOT results
Tyres and wheels is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (0.3 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Check tyre age, tread depth, sidewall damage, wheel condition, and alignment wear.
What changes with mileage?
Past 100k miles on the Ferrari 360, MOT records most often point to mixed mot checks.
Common MOT problem areas
Common faults: what usually fails on this model?
Suspension and steering is the clearest named problem area in the MOT history (14.8 MOT notes per 100 tests). These counts are issue notes, not failure rates, because a single MOT can list several faults.
Recall-related areas to verify
Official recall areas
Manufacturer recall notices for the Ferrari 360 mainly involve 4 areas: emissions, engine, and exhaust, tyres and wheels, suspension and steering, and lights and electrical. Treat each as something to verify on the specific car you are viewing; the recall table below shows the official notice text.
Mileage and age checks
Mileage changes: what starts showing up after high mileage?
Past 100k miles on the Ferrari 360, MOT records most often point to mixed mot checks. On lower-mileage cars, the most common named areas are suspension and steering, corrosion and structure, and emissions, engine, and exhaust.
| Mileage range | Tests | Vehicles | Failure rate (vs all models) | Median mileage |
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| 0-50k | 923 | 872 | 5.1%-5.7 percentage points vs all models | 28,084 miles |
| 50-100k | 145 | 135 | 6.9%-13.8 percentage points vs all models | 59,152 miles |
| 100-150k | 2 | 2 | 0.0%-26.2 percentage points vs all models | 119,553 miles |
| 150-200k | 1 | 1 | 0.0%-27.3 percentage points vs all models | 193,505 miles |
Problem areas by mileage
Past 100k miles on the Ferrari 360, MOT records most often point to mixed mot checks.
| Mileage range | Car areas most often recorded | Specific MOT defect examples |
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Fair comparisons: is this problem normal for its age?
The MOT failure rate rises from 25.0% at 6-10 years to 5.2% at 15+ years. Compare the car with the nearest age range before treating a fault as normal wear or a warning sign. The average MOT failure rate across all models in the same dataset is 18.7%. The highest failure rate by age is 25.0% for 6-10 years cars, based on 4 tests.
| Age range | Tests | Vehicles | Failure rate (vs all models) | Median age |
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| 6-10 years 2016–2020 reg. |
4 | 3 | 25.0%+8.4 percentage points vs all models | 8.1 years |
| 10-15 years 2011–2016 reg. |
1 | 1 | 0.0%-23.5 percentage points vs all models | 13.5 years |
| 15+ years pre-2011 reg. |
1,075 | 1,004 | 5.2%-20.7 percentage points vs all models | 21.0 years |
Recall records and data freshness
Recall context: are there safety notices to know about?
6 relevant recall notices appear for this model. Treat them as safety checks to verify for the exact car, not as normal MOT wear.
| 2006-04-17 | FUEL VAPOUR MAY LEAK It has been identified that there is the possibility of a defect within the roll-over fuel shut off valves. The affected component may fracture allowing fuel vapour to be released. To address the concern Ferrari will replace the affected valves with a modified type. |
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| 2004-09-16 | POSSIBILITY THAT THE ROLL-OVER FUEL SHUT OFF FLOAT VALVES MAY FRACTURE A defect has been found within the roll-over fuel shut off valves located in the fuel tanks. This creates the possibility that the affected component may fracture allowing fuel vapour to be released with the potential for a fire. Recalled vehicles will have the roll-over valves replaced with a modified type. |
| 2004-07-12 | HYDRAULIC STEERING DELIVERY PIPE COULD CAUSE SLIGHT LEAK The hydraulic steering delivery pipe from the pump to the rack may be defective and in consequence may develop a slight leak. This in turn could lead to a gradual reduction in the steering assistance available. Likely to be affected vehicle swill be recalled at which time the subject pipe will be changed. |
| 2001-07-23 | ENGINE OIL FILTER MAY LEAK Incorrect tightening of the engine oil filter coupled with a less compliant O ring design could result in a serious oil leak and subsequent fire risk. Recall affected vehicles and fit a new type oil filter - Part No. 191993 |
| 2000-02-28 | POSSIBILITY THAT VEHICE MAY BECOME UNSTABLE WHEN BRAKING UNDER EXTREME CONDITIONS The anti-lock braking system electronic control under certain heavy braking conditions may fail resulting in the braking action being biased to the rear wheels which may cause instability. Recall affected vehicles and replace software in anti-lock braking system electronic control unit. |
| 2000-02-10 | THE AIR BAG ELECTRICAL CONTROL UNIT FIXATION SCREWS MAY BE OF INSUFFICIENT LENGTH The screws retaining the Air Bag ECU may be of insufficient length to ensure long term reliability. Replace the fixing screws with ones of longer length. |
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Sources used: DVSA MOT tests (Apr 2026); vehicle recalls (Apr 2026); MOT fault wording (May 2025). These are patterns from many MOT tests and recall notices. They help you decide what to inspect and what to ask; they do not certify the condition of one specific car.