2012 Ferrari California 4.3L Petrol · 8 SCB
2012 Ferrari California (4.3L, petrol). First registered 26 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 22,891 miles. MOT valid until 11 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- FERRARI CALIFORNIA
- Year / Origin
- 2012
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 22,891 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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8 SCB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/05/2026
- 22,891 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
8 SCB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Ferrari California (8 SCB) between October 2022 and May 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
8 SCB Mileage History
- 05/10/202220,563 mi
- 13/06/202320,935 mi+372 mi
- 05/06/202421,683 mi+748 mi
- 11/06/202522,387 mi+704 mi
- 21/05/202622,891 mi+504 mi
Average of roughly 642 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Ferrari Ferrari California / California T
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: FERRARI CALIFORNIA
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Battery Voltage-Related Electrical Faults(Moderate)
Like many modern Ferraris, the California becomes noisy electronically when battery voltage drops. Cars that sit unused can throw a wide range of false warnings or behave inconsistently until the power supply is sorted.
- Retractable Hardtop and Roof Latch Faults(Moderate)
The folding roof is a major selling point but adds complexity. Hydraulic issues, sensor faults, or latch problems can leave the roof slow to operate or stuck mid-cycle.
- MagneRide Damper Seepage and Front Suspension Wear(Moderate)
These GT cars carry more weight over the front axle than Ferrari's mid-engined models, so worn bushes, tired links, or leaking dampers are not unusual on UK roads.
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- Battery Voltage-Related Electrical FaultsModerate
Like many modern Ferraris, the California becomes noisy electronically when battery voltage drops. Cars that sit unused can throw a wide range of false warnings or behave inconsistently until the power supply is sorted.
- Retractable Hardtop and Roof Latch FaultsModerate
The folding roof is a major selling point but adds complexity. Hydraulic issues, sensor faults, or latch problems can leave the roof slow to operate or stuck mid-cycle.
- MagneRide Damper Seepage and Front Suspension WearModerate
These GT cars carry more weight over the front axle than Ferrari's mid-engined models, so worn bushes, tired links, or leaking dampers are not unusual on UK roads.
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