Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2005 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti?

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 2005 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti?

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 2005 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti?

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 2005 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti reliable?

Based on MOT data from 121 vehicles, the 2005 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti has a first-time MOT pass rate of 86%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2005 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti?

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 612 Scaglietti (2005)

121 real MOT outcomes analysed • 86% first-time pass rate

2005 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti

CarHunch analysed 121 real MOT records for the 2005 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 612 Scaglietti's 81.7% first-time pass rate sits marginally above the UK average of 80%, suggesting broadly average reliability for a 19-year-old supercar—though the 15.7% rate of dangerous defects is a legitimate concern for buyers and warrants close inspection of brake and suspension systems. These high-performance machines clearly demand serious maintenance discipline.

At a median mileage of just 26,191 miles for a 2005 model, most examples have been cherished rather than thrashed, which partly explains the respectable pass rate. However, the average of 1.94 failures and 7.5 advisories per test reveals these are temperamental machines that rack up minor issues fast; budget for regular specialist servicing and expect to address small problems before they become expensive ones.

We have limited data for the 2005 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 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

86%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

15.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.94

Over 13.5 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

26k

Middle half: 18k–39k

For context

These stats describe 121 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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Based on MOT data from 121 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 15.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 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 →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2005 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti 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.

26,191

typical

17,712

low mileage

39,079

high mileage

Half of all 2005 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti vehicles fall between 17,712 and 39,079 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 17,712 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.

✓ 17,712–39,079 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2005 Ferrari 612 Scagliettis sit.

⚠ Over 52,756 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2005 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti — Still on the Road

Most 2005 Ferrari 612 Scagliettis are still being driven.

62 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 79% 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

13.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.94

Avg failures per vehicle

7.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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