2006 Ferrari F430 4.3L Petrol · 17 GT
2006 Ferrari F430 (4.3L, petrol). First registered 31 May 2006. Recorded mileage 21,477 miles. MOT valid until 30 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- FERRARI F430
- Year / Origin
- 2006
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 21,477 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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17 GT Key Findings
- 18 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/10/2025
- 21,477 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
17 GT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
18 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Ferrari F430 (17 GT) between August 2009 and October 2025.
The record contains 17 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)”.
17 GT Mileage History
- 07/08/20099,461 mi
- 07/12/201011,818 mi+2,357 mi
- 27/05/201112,295 mi+477 mi
- 18/11/201114,225 mi+1,930 mi
- 30/10/201216,544 mi+2,319 mi
- 18/11/201317,534 mi+990 mi
- 10/10/201418,425 mi+891 mi
- 11/11/201519,678 mi+1,253 mi
- 12/11/201519,678 mi
- 20/06/201720,422 mi+744 mi
- 02/07/201820,506 mi+84 mi
- 20/06/201920,604 mi+98 mi
- 28/09/202020,845 mi+241 mi
- 27/10/202120,972 mi+127 mi
- 17/10/202221,341 mi+369 mi
- 23/10/202321,422 mi+81 mi
- 31/10/202421,455 mi+33 mi
- 15/10/202521,477 mi+22 mi
Average of roughly 742 miles per year across 18 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Ferrari Ferrari F430
Our database tracks 5 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 F430
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Cracked Exhaust Manifolds(Serious)
The factory exhaust headers are prone to cracking, which can lead to white dust being sucked into the engine, causing total failure.
- F1 Transmission Actuator Failure(Serious)
The hydraulic actuator that changes gears for the F1 system can develop leaks or internal failures.
- F1 Clutch Wear (E-Diff Equipped Cars)(Serious)
The F1 single-clutch automated manual wears faster on E-Diff equipped cars due to the additional stress of the electronic differential engaging and disengaging. Clutch life can drop to 10,000–15,000 miles with hard driving or heavy traffic use.
- Electrical Gremlins and Battery Sensitivity(Moderate)
The F430 is sensitive to battery voltage drops, which trigger a cascade of false warning lights, sensor errors, and erratic electronic behaviour. Common symptoms include phantom dashboard warnings, climate control glitches, and intermittent F1 gearbox errors. Nearly flat batteries can also cause the E-Diff to enter safe mode.
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- Cracked Exhaust ManifoldsSerious
The factory exhaust headers are prone to cracking, which can lead to white dust being sucked into the engine, causing total failure.
- F1 Transmission Actuator FailureSerious
The hydraulic actuator that changes gears for the F1 system can develop leaks or internal failures.
- F1 Clutch Wear (E-Diff Equipped Cars)Serious
The F1 single-clutch automated manual wears faster on E-Diff equipped cars due to the additional stress of the electronic differential engaging and disengaging. Clutch life can drop to 10,000–15,000 miles with hard driving or heavy traffic use.
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