2009 Ferrari F430 4.3L Petrol · LJ09 HDH
2009 Ferrari F430 (4.3L, petrol). First registered 01 Jun 2009. Recorded mileage 13,075 miles. MOT valid until 10 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- FERRARI F430
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (02 Jun 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 13,075 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 4.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LJ09 HDH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/02/2026
- 13,075 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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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.
LJ09 HDH Mileage History
- 01/02/202212,515 mi
- 31/01/202312,871 mi+356 mi
- 25/01/202413,039 mi+168 mi
- 30/01/202513,051 mi+12 mi
- 11/02/202613,075 mi+24 mi
Average of roughly 139 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LJ09 HDH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Ferrari F430 (LJ09 HDH) between February 2022 and February 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
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.
- Carbon Ceramic Brake Disc and Pad Replacement Cost(Moderate)
From late 2007 onwards, carbon ceramic brakes (CCM) became standard. While the discs can last 60,000+ miles, if they reach their wear limit or develop micro-cracks from track use, replacing four discs and pads costs £15,000–£20,000. Even pad-only replacement costs more than a full steel brake system overhaul.
- 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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