2005 Ferrari F430 4.3L Petrol · 28 MA
2005 Ferrari F430 (4.3L, petrol). First registered 21 Jun 2005. Recorded mileage 18,913 miles. MOT valid until 02 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- FERRARI F430
- Year / Origin
- 2005
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 18,913 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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28 MA Key Findings
- 21 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/06/2026
- 18,913 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
28 MA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
21 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Ferrari F430 (28 MA) between November 2007 and June 2026.
The record contains 18 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 04 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (10 issues), Suspension (8 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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)”; “Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)”; “Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)”.
28 MA Mileage History
- 15/11/20077,741 mi
- 30/10/20089,757 mi+2,016 mi
- 10/11/20089,768 mi+11 mi
- 18/09/200910,730 mi+962 mi
- 17/09/201011,836 mi+1,106 mi
- 19/01/201112,128 mi+292 mi
- 12/06/201214,402 mi+2,274 mi
- 20/06/201214,402 mi
- 07/08/201214,452 mi+50 mi
- 08/08/201214,453 mi+1 mi
- 20/08/201315,451 mi+998 mi
- 16/08/201417,445 mi+1,994 mi
- 17/09/201517,573 mi+128 mi
- 17/09/201617,738 mi+165 mi
- 15/09/201717,900 mi+162 mi
- 14/02/201917,926 mi+26 mi
- 26/05/202217,936 mi+10 mi
- 22/07/202217,988 mi+52 mi
- 07/11/202318,041 mi+53 mi
- 23/10/202418,073 mi+32 mi
- 04/06/202618,913 mi+840 mi
Average of roughly 602 miles per year across 21 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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