Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Ferrari California?

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 2016 Ferrari California?

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 2016 Ferrari California?

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 2016 Ferrari California reliable?

Based on MOT data from 221 vehicles, the 2016 Ferrari California has a first-time MOT pass rate of 95.1%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2016 Ferrari California?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Ferrari California are: Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (28.7% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (27.1% of vehicles), COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION (18.3% 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 2016 Ferrari California?

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 California (2016)

221 real MOT outcomes analysed • 95.1% first-time pass rate

2016 Ferrari California

CarHunch analysed 221 real MOT records for the 2016 Ferrari California. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2016 Ferrari California is remarkably reliable on test, passing first time in 95% of cases against the UK average of 80%—a 15-point margin that reflects excellent build quality and careful ownership. Dangerous defects are uncommon at 9%, suggesting these cars are generally well-maintained by their owners.

These Californias are running low mileage for their age, averaging just 13,405 miles, which partly explains the strong pass rates but also means you're buying a car with plenty of life left in the engine and transmission. With fewer than half a failure per vehicle and only two advisories on average, the main risk isn't mechanical failure but the cost of parts and specialist servicing—budget accordingly before purchase.

We have limited data for the 2016 Ferrari California — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ 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

95.1%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

9.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.38

Over 6.9 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

13k

Middle half: 8k–16k

For context

These stats describe 221 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 221 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 28.7%

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

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

Other issues 18.3%

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION · Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements · Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements · …

Wipers & washers 4%

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective · Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Before you buy a 2016 Ferrari California

Based on MOT data from 221 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 9.1% 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 1,638 Ferrari California vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Red 40.7%

666

Black 20.4%

334

Grey 15%

246

Blue 10.6%

173

White 8.9%

145

Silver 3%

Yellow 1.2%

Green 0.3%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Ferrari California 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.

12,985

typical

8,279

low mileage

16,111

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Ferrari California vehicles fall between 8,279 and 16,111 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 8,279 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.

✓ 8,279–16,111 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Ferrari Californias sit.

⚠ Over 21,749 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Ferrari California — Still on the Road

Almost all 2016 Ferrari Californias are still on the road.

Strong survival — 186 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 93% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
* 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

6.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.38

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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