2005 Ferrari F430 4.3L Petrol · L1 BHP

The roadworthiness of this 2005 Ferrari F430 is currently poor , as the MOT record indicates a worsening trend in braking performance. The most recent test on 2026-06-17 was a PASSED test at 23,816 miles, but this date is too recent to account for the failure on 2025-04-09, which occurred at 23,059 miles. This failure, classified as parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i)), suggests that the vehicle has not been adequately serviced since late 2025, creating a significant gap between the most recent valid test and the current date. The mileage pattern reveals a rapid accumulation of recorded miles, which is concerning given the vehicle's age of 21 years. While the 2025-04-11 and 2025-04-09 tests show a steady accumulation of 23,059 miles, the 2026-06-17 test shows a much higher total of 23,816 miles, indicating that the vehicle has driven for over 21 years with only a few months of recorded maintenance. This rapid mileage growth suggests that the owner has likely driven the car heavily or for extended periods without addressing the brake issues that were flagged in the 2025-04-09 test, leading to a cumulative wear on the suspension, brakes, and drivetrain components. Based on the recurring faults and the history of braking failures, the buyer must inspect the vehicle for structural integrity and brake disc corrosion at the rear, as well as check suspension bushings and alignment. The 2025-04-09 failure, combined with the 2026-06-17 test, indicates that the car has not been properly inspected for structural issues since late 2025, raising the risk of future brake failure and potential structural compromise. If the buyer proceeds, they should verify the condition of the rear brake discs, suspension components, and alignment, and be prepared for a potential MOT failure if these checks fail, as the vehicle's roadworthiness is currently poor and the trend is worsening .