1973 Ferrari 246 Gt MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for 246 Gt models manufactured in 1973, based on 31 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1973 Ferrari 246 Gt MOT Analysis
The 1973 Ferrari 246 Gt has an MOT pass rate of 83.9% based on 31 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 44,640 miles on the odometer. With a 16.1% failure rate, the 1973 246 Gt is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1973 Ferrari 246 Gt is Visibility, responsible for 3.2% of failures. Visibility failures relate to the windscreen, wipers, washers, mirrors, and view-obstructing damage. Cracks in the windscreen swept area, ineffective wipers, or empty washer bottles are common causes. Typical repair costs range from £10–300. Identification of the vehicle is the second most common issue at 3.2%. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment follows at 3.2%.
Top failures specific to 1973 models only. The overall 246 Gt page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 3.2% | 1 |
| 2 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 3.2% | 1 |
| 3 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 3.2% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 44,640 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 0.72 | 3.2% | 1 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.72 | 3.2% | 1 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.72 | 3.2% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1973 Ferrari 246 Gt has an MOT pass rate of 83.9% based on 31 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 44,640 miles on the odometer. With a 16.1% failure rate, the 1973 246 Gt is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1973 Ferrari 246 Gt, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to visibility: Check the windscreen for chips and cracks — damage larger than 10mm in the driver's swept area or 40mm elsewhere will fail. Test washers and wipers. Ensure both door mirrors are intact and adjustable. With relatively low average mileage of 44,640 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Visibility — 3.2% of failures
Visibility issues account for 3.2% of MOT failures on 1973 Ferrari 246 Gt models. Visibility failures relate to the windscreen, wipers, washers, mirrors, and view-obstructing damage. Cracks in the windscreen swept area, ineffective wipers, or empty washer bottles are common causes. Typical repair costs: £10–300. Pre-MOT check: Check the windscreen for chips and cracks — damage larger than 10mm in the driver's swept area or 40mm elsewhere will fail. Test washers and wipers. Ensure both door mirrors are intact and adjustable.
Identification of the vehicle — 3.2% of failures
Identification of the vehicle issues account for 3.2% of MOT failures on 1973 Ferrari 246 Gt models. Identification failures relate to the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and registration plate. The VIN must be permanently displayed and legible, and the registration plate must meet British Standard formatting. Typical repair costs: £10–50. Pre-MOT check: Ensure the VIN plate is visible and legible (usually in the windscreen or under the bonnet). Check that number plates are clean, undamaged, and use the correct font and spacing.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 3.2% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 3.2% of MOT failures on 1973 Ferrari 246 Gt models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.