2013 Ferrari 458 Italia DCT S-A 4.5L Petrol · LT13 BTE

This Ferrari 458 Italia has maintained an exemplary MOT record over the past three years, with the most recent test on 26 June 2025 at 21,086 miles showing no defects—consistent with the three preceding passes in July 2024 (19,834 miles) , July 2023 (16,540 miles) , and March 2022 (16,216 miles) . The absence of advisories or failures across all five tests indicates a vehicle that has either been meticulously maintained or, more likely, stored with minimal use. The stability of the record suggests no emerging mechanical or structural issues, though the low mileage accumulation raises questions about whether critical components—such as suspension bushes, brake fluid condition, or rubber seals—have been exercised enough to reveal latent wear. The mileage progression is unusually slow for a performance car of this age, averaging just 1,622 miles per year over the past decade. Between March 2022 (16,216 miles) and July 2023 (16,540 miles) , a full 16 months passed with only 324 miles added, followed by another 3,294 miles over the next 12 months by July 2024 . This pattern suggests either infrequent use, long periods of inactivity, or potential odometer discrepancies. Such low mileage could mean certain wear items—like tyres, brake pads, or clutch components—may still have significant life remaining, but it also means fluids (coolant, brake fluid, differential oil) may not have been fully cycled, increasing the risk of degradation over time. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise a thorough pre-purchase inspection focusing on fluid condition and service intervals , particularly brake fluid, coolant, and gearbox oil, which may have remained stagnant for extended periods. The suspension—including coil springs, anti-roll bars, and bushings—should be checked for stiffness or deterioration, as low-mileage storage can accelerate rubber hardening or corrosion in exposed components. While the MOT record offers no cause for concern, the lack of recent advisories does not preclude hidden issues in a high-performance car of this age, so a specialist inspection is strongly advised to verify structural integrity, exhaust emissions compliance, and the health of the DCT transmission.