1998 Ferrari 550 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for 550 models manufactured in 1998, based on 941 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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The 1998 Ferrari 550 has an MOT pass rate of 88.0% based on 941 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 35,726 miles on the odometer. With a 12.0% failure rate, the 1998 550 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1998 Ferrari 550 is Tyres, responsible for 0.2% of failures. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs range from £50–200 per tyre. Visibility is the second most common issue at 0.2%.
Top failures specific to 1998 models only. The overall 550 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 0.2% | 2 |
| 2 | Visibility | 0.2% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 35,726 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 0.06 | 0.2% | 2 |
| Visibility | 0.06 | 0.2% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1998 Ferrari 550 has an MOT pass rate of 88.0% based on 941 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 35,726 miles on the odometer. With a 12.0% failure rate, the 1998 550 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1998 Ferrari 550, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to tyres: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating. With relatively low average mileage of 35,726 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Tyres — 0.2% of failures
Tyres issues account for 0.2% of MOT failures on 1998 Ferrari 550 models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Visibility — 0.2% of failures
Visibility issues account for 0.2% of MOT failures on 1998 Ferrari 550 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.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.