FERRARI CALIFORNIA (2017)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 482 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
100%
Total Tests (2024)
482
Avg Mileage
13,933 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,037
Is the 2017 FERRARI CALIFORNIA reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 18 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the FERRARI brand average of 96%.
At 7 years old, 100% of FERRARI CALIFORNIAs from 2017 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 482 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 13,933 miles.
How does the 2017 FERRARI CALIFORNIA compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2017 FERRARI CALIFORNIA has 13,933 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 51,800 miles for a 7-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.
How much does a 2017 FERRARI CALIFORNIA cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 2017 FERRARI CALIFORNIA
The 2017 FERRARI CALIFORNIA is a luxury with a 3855cc petrol engine. 482 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It ranks in the top 0% of all 2017 cars for reliability.
With an average of 13,933 miles at 7 years old, FERRARI CALIFORNIA owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.
2017 FERRARI CALIFORNIA Fuel Costs
The 3855cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2017 FERRARI CALIFORNIA?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,037 (£170/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 100% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
FERRARI CALIFORNIA Reliability Trend
The FERRARI CALIFORNIA has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2017 FERRARI CALIFORNIA
At 7 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage.
Alternatives to the 2017 FERRARI CALIFORNIA
The FERRARI CALIFORNIA is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol luxurys from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- MERCEDES C (2016) 88% pass rate (-12%) from 80,181 tests
- AUDI A6 (2016) 89% pass rate (-11%) from 26,437 tests
- PORSCHE MACAN (2015) 91% pass rate (-9%) from 10,904 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG (2015) 85% pass rate (-15%) from 9,905 tests