Ferrari

Ferrari 458 (2014)

318 real MOT outcomes analysed • 95% first-time pass rate

2014 Ferrari 458

CarHunch analysed 318 real MOT records for the 2014 Ferrari 458. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
Which year to buy? →

On this page
AI Analysis Reliability Overview Common Issues Check a Specific Reg Buyer's Checklist Mileage Distribution Still on the Road MOT Averages Colour Breakdown Compare Models

Moderate sample. 318 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2014 Ferrari 458 is exceptionally reliable by any standard: a 95% first-time pass rate sits well above the UK average of 80%, and dangerous defects are rare at just 2.2% of the cohort. This is a low-mileage population—averaging 10,055 miles across a decade-old car—which partly explains the stellar result, but it still tells you these are generally well-maintained machines.

The average of only 0.45 failures per vehicle and 1.5 advisories per test confirms that when these cars do come up for MOT, they're typically in good shape; the real question for a buyer isn't reliability but whether you can afford one that's been serviced to this standard. Check the service history rigorously and ensure any 458 you're considering has had the specialist Ferrari maintenance it demands, because these figures reflect cars that have clearly received it.

The 2014 Ferrari 458 passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (95% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass
95%
UK average ~80%
Better than average
Dangerous (ever)
2.2%
At least once in MOT history
Check this vehicle
Avg failures / car
0.45
Over 8 tests on record
Low
Typical mileage
8k
Middle half: 5k–13k
For context
Good baseline reliability. A 95% 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 1.5 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

These stats describe 318 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.

A solid choice — agree?

What tends to go wrong

Across 318 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 19.2%
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · …
Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.
Other issues 19.2%
Front Registration plate missing · Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements · Front registration plate missing · …

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2014.

See this vehicle's full MOT history & AI hunches

Spot recurring advisories, hidden issues, and how it compares to 318 Ferrari 458 cars.

UK

Before you buy a 2014 Ferrari 458

Based on MOT data from 318 vehicles — here's what to check.

  • 📋 Check the full MOT history. 2.2% 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 ClickMechanic
  • 📄 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 carVertical Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 839 Ferrari 458 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Red 53.9%
452
Black 12.9%
108
White 11.9%
100
Grey 9.7%
81
Yellow 6%
50
Blue 4.5%
38
Silver 1.2%
10

Mileage Distribution

Most 2014 Ferrari 458 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.

8,315
typical
4,838
low mileage
13,184
high mileage

Half of all 2014 Ferrari 458 vehicles fall between 4,838 and 13,184 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?
Under 4,838 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.
4,838–13,184 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2014 Ferrari 458s sit.
Over 17,798 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2014 Ferrari 458 — Still on the Road

Almost all 2014 Ferrari 458s are still on the road.

Strong survival — 255 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 92% of the peak.

273 255 2017 2025

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
* 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

8
Avg MOT tests per vehicle
0.45
Avg failures per vehicle
1.5
Avg advisories per vehicle
Other model years — Ferrari 458: All 458 years → Which year to buy? →
2015

Or browse all models: Ferrari →

Ferrari logo

Compare with another model

See how the 2014 Ferrari 458 stacks up against a rival.

A solid choice — agree?