2019 Ferrari Portofino S-A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,238 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Ferrari Portofino S-A, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, other defects and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 95.7% was above the average for cars of a similar age (89.8%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.2% | 40 |
| 2 | Other defects | 1.1% | 14 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 0.5% | 6 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 0.4% | 5 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.3% | 4 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.2% | 2 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registration plates | 24 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 10 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 8 |
| 4 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 5 |
| 5 | Catalyst emissions | 3 |
| 6 | Shock absorbers | 2 |
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 | 9.0% | 112 |
| 2 | Visibility | 1.2% | 15 |
| 3 | Other defects | 1.1% | 14 |
| 4 | Suspension | 1.1% | 13 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 0.4% | 5 |
| 6 | Brakes | 0.2% | 3 |
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 | 1,212 | 4.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 296 | 2.0% |
| 2023 | 319 | 5.3% |
| 2024 | 321 | 7.5% |
| 2025 | 292 | 2.1% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Portofino S-A
Before buying a 2019 Ferrari Portofino S-A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 3.2% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (3.2% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Other defects (1.1% of tests): Miscellaneous items not in the main categories. Typical repair: varies.
- Lighting & signalling (0.5% 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 2019 Ferrari Portofino S-As pass their MOT?
95.7% of the 1,238 2019 Ferrari Portofino S-A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 4.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Ferrari Portofino S-A?
Tyres, recorded in 3.2% of tests, followed by other defects (1.1%).
Methodology & source. Based on 1,238 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.