2003 Ferrari 360 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 912 MOT tests analysed for the 2003 Ferrari 360, the most common recorded failure areas were brakes, emissions & environmental and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 96.0% was above the average for cars of a similar age (74.4%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 1.6% | 15 |
| 2 | Emissions & environmental | 1.5% | 14 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.3% | 12 |
| 4 | Suspension | 0.9% | 8 |
| 5 | Visibility | 0.8% | 7 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.3% | 3 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ball joint dust cover | 12 |
| 2 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 10 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 8 |
| 4 | Catalyst emissions | 7 |
| 5 | Rbt (sp) | 6 |
| 6 | Headlamp | 6 |
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 | 5.5% | 50 |
| 2 | Suspension | 4.8% | 44 |
| 3 | Brakes | 3.8% | 35 |
| 4 | Steering | 2.1% | 19 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 0.8% | 7 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.5% | 5 |
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 | 502 | 4.0% |
| 30-60k | 370 | 3.5% |
| 60-90k | 34 | 5.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 185 | 3.8% |
| 2022 | 193 | 5.2% |
| 2023 | 185 | 3.8% |
| 2024 | 175 | 3.4% |
| 2025 | 174 | 3.5% |
What to check before buying a 2003 360
Before buying a 2003 Ferrari 360, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Brakes accounted for 1.6% of tests for this year.
- Brakes (1.6% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Emissions & environmental (1.5% of tests): More common on older diesels (DPF/EGR) — can be expensive; check for warning lights and smoke. Typical repair: £100–£600.
- Lighting & signalling (1.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
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 2003 Ferrari 360s pass their MOT?
96.0% of the 912 2003 Ferrari 360 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 4.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2003 Ferrari 360?
Brakes, recorded in 1.6% of tests, followed by emissions & environmental (1.5%).
Does the 2003 360 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.0% in the 0-30k band to 5.9% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 912 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.