2006 Ferrari F430 4.3L Petrol · POS 2
2006 Ferrari F430 (4.3L, petrol). First registered 04 Jan 2006. Recorded mileage 14,146 miles. MOT valid until 18 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- FERRARI F430
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 14,146 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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POS 2 Key Findings
- 19 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/03/2026
- 14,146 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
POS 2 MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
19 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Ferrari F430 (POS 2) between January 2009 and March 2026.
The record contains 18 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 13 March 2026 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: Lighting (7 issues), Steering (7 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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: “Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)”; “Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)”; “Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)”.
POS 2 Mileage History
- 20/01/20096,653 mi
- 11/02/20108,215 mi+1,562 mi
- 10/03/20118,229 mi+14 mi
- 21/03/20128,240 mi+11 mi
- 23/04/20138,243 mi+3 mi
- 17/03/20149,179 mi+936 mi
- 27/03/20149,186 mi+7 mi
- 16/06/201511,189 mi+2,003 mi
- 26/01/201611,777 mi+588 mi
- 23/12/201612,623 mi+846 mi
- 29/12/201712,859 mi+236 mi
- 28/12/201813,127 mi+268 mi
- 23/12/201913,296 mi+169 mi
- 15/01/202113,375 mi+79 mi
- 21/12/202113,437 mi+62 mi
- 03/05/202313,533 mi+96 mi
- 19/03/202413,787 mi+254 mi
- 11/03/202514,011 mi+224 mi
- 13/03/202614,146 mi+135 mi
Average of roughly 437 miles per year across 19 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: Good
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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