Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2004 Ferrari 360?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2004 Ferrari 360?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2004 Ferrari 360?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2004 Ferrari 360 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 387 vehicles, the 2004 Ferrari 360 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.7%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2004 Ferrari 360?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2004 Ferrari 360 are: Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components (34.1% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (29.9% of vehicles), Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (28.7% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2004 Ferrari 360?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Ferrari 360 (2004)

387 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.7% first-time pass rate

2004 Ferrari 360

CarHunch analysed 387 real MOT records for the 2004 Ferrari 360. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 387 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2004 Ferrari 360 passes its MOT first time in 91.7% of cases, well above the UK average of 80%, suggesting these cars are either well-maintained by their owners or inherently robust despite their age and complexity. The dangerous defect rate of 8.0% is reassuringly low, so safety isn't a major concern for the typical example.

These Ferraris are running relatively light at an average of 20,243 miles, which is genuinely low for a 20-year-old car and indicates careful, collector-style ownership rather than daily use. With an average of 1.16 failures per test, the 360 is straightforward to keep legal, though the 4.8 advisories per vehicle suggest you should budget for regular maintenance items—if you're buying one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on brake wear, fluid condition, and suspension geometry.

The 2004 Ferrari 360 passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (91.7% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ About 1 in 12 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

91.7%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.16

Over 12.7 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

18k

Middle half: 11k–25k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 91.7% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 4.8 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 387 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 387 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Other issues 34.1%

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components · Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Tyre wear 29.9%

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Lighting 14.7%

Nearside Headlamp aim too high · Offside Headlamp aim too high

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Brake wear 11.8%

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements · Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. · Parking brake lever has little reserve travel

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Suspension & steering 11.5%

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint · Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint · Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2004.

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Before you buy a 2004 Ferrari 360

Based on MOT data from 387 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,064 Ferrari 360 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Red 57.8%

1,194

Black 10.2%

210

Blue 9.7%

200

Silver 9.5%

196

Grey 8%

166

Yellow 3.8%

White 0.7%

Green 0.2%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2004 Ferrari 360 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

17,903

typical

11,081

low mileage

25,446

high mileage

Half of all 2004 Ferrari 360 vehicles fall between 11,081 and 25,446 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 11,081 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 11,081–25,446 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2004 Ferrari 360s sit.

⚠ Over 34,352 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2004 Ferrari 360 — Still on the Road

Most 2004 Ferrari 360s are still being driven.

185 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 77% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

12.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.16

Avg failures per vehicle

4.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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