2012 Ferrari California 4.3L Petrol · LA12 UNP

The vehicle currently holds an unroadworthy status following a failure in its most recent inspection in December 2025. While the maintenance trend appeared stable for several years, the latest test result at 34,489 miles indicates a sudden decline in the suspension integrity. The tester identified serious fluid leaks on the offside front shock absorber and both rear shock absorbers, representing a mechanical failure that requires immediate replacement before the car can be considered roadworthy. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a fourteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,464 miles per year. The data shows long periods of inactivity, such as the 3,363-mile gap between January 2023 and April 2024. While this low usage typically reduces wear on the engine and primary braking components, it often leads to the degradation of rubber-based parts and seals. The recent failure of the shock absorbers is a common consequence of vehicles sitting stationary, where seals dry out and fail rather than wearing out through high mileage distance driven. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the entire suspension geometry to ensure the leaks have not compromised the surrounding control arms or bushings. Given the failure of the shock absorbers, it is vital to check the condition of the tyres for flat spotting or sidew cracking resulting from low use. The buyer should also inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion or seized calipers, as low-mileage cars frequently suffer from oxidation on components that are rarely used. The clean history between 2023 and 2024 suggests the vehicle was structurally sound, but the recent mechanical failure highlights that age-related components are now reaching the end of their functional life.