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2012 FERRARI CALIFORNIA4.3L Petrol

SGV 1

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FERRARI CALIFORNIA (2012, Petrol, 4297cc) — mileage recorded at 13,336. MOT status: not recorded. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.

MOT
Expired
Expires 10/05/2026
Tax
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Fuel
Petrol
Year
2012
Engine
4297cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by a consistent string of clean passes over the last five years. The most recent test conducted on 8 May 2025 at 13,336 miles resulted in no defects or advisories. This consistency suggests that the vehicle has been maintained to a standard that meets all minimum safety requirements without recurring mechanical failures or structural degradation flagged during the testing process. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 953 miles per year. Between May 2021 and May 2025, the car covered only 384 miles, moving from 12,952 to 13,336 recorded miles. While this low usage limits mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, the infrequent operation indicates long periods of standing. Such patterns often lead to the degradation of rubber-based components that a standard MOT may not fully detect. A buyer must conduct a physical inspection focused on the risks associated with low-mileage storage. Priority attention should be given to checking for cracking sidewalls, dry-out brake lines, and perished suspension bushes that suffer from lack of movement. Because the MOT record shows no history of brake issues or corrosion, the buyer should manually verify that the calipers are not seized and that the discs have not developed significant pitting from rust. Fluid levels and seals should also be checked for moisture contamination, as low-use vehicles are prone to internal oxidation over time.

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60
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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 16:56
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by a consistent string of clean passes over the last five years. The most recent test conducted on 8 May 2025 at 13,336 miles resulted in no defects or advisories. This consistency suggests that the vehicle has been maintained to a standard that meets all minimum safety requirements without recurring mechanical failures or structural degradation flagged during the testing process. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 953 miles per year. Between May 2021 and May 2025, the car covered only 384 miles, moving from 12,952 to 13,336 recorded miles. While this low usage limits mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, the infrequent operation indicates long periods of standing. Such patterns often lead to the degradation of rubber-based components that a standard MOT may not fully detect. A buyer must conduct a physical inspection focused on the risks associated with low-mileage storage. Priority attention should be given to checking for cracking sidewalls, dry-out brake lines, and perished suspension bushes that suffer from lack of movement. Because the MOT record shows no history of brake issues or corrosion, the buyer should manually verify that the calipers are not seized and that the discs have not developed significant pitting from rust. Fluid levels and seals should also be checked for moisture contamination, as low-use vehicles are prone to internal oxidation over time.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Registered in 2012, this Ferrari California with plate SGV 1 has undergone 4 MOT inspections since May 2022.

With 4 passes and 0 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 100%. Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.

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