2006 Ferrari F430 4.3L Petrol · F4 PDG
2006 Ferrari F430 (4.3L, petrol). First registered 17 May 2006. Recorded mileage 15,391 miles. MOT expired on 12 Apr 2024.
- Make & Model
- FERRARI F430
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 12 Apr 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 15,391 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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F4 PDG Key Findings
- 13 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/04/2023
- 15,391 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
F4 PDG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
13 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Ferrari F430 (F4 PDG) between April 2009 and April 2023.
The record contains 11 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 14 April 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)”; “Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)”; “Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)”.
F4 PDG Mileage History
- 20/04/20095,509 mi
- 17/05/20107,131 mi+1,622 mi
- 24/05/20118,386 mi+1,255 mi
- 21/05/20129,478 mi+1,092 mi
- 13/05/201310,518 mi+1,040 mi
- 17/05/201310,523 mi+5 mi
- 02/05/201412,040 mi+1,517 mi
- 08/05/201412,040 mi
- 08/06/201513,998 mi+1,958 mi
- 03/06/201615,247 mi+1,249 mi
- 26/09/201715,269 mi+22 mi
- 10/03/202115,277 mi+8 mi
- 14/04/202315,391 mi+114 mi
Average of roughly 707 miles per year across 13 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: Average
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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