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1991 Ferrari F40 2.9L Petrol · MAD 40F

MAD 40F

1991 Ferrari F40 (2.9L, petrol). First registered 01 Feb 1991. Recorded mileage 19,459 miles. MOT expired on 29 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.

Make & Model
FERRARI F40
Year / Origin
1991 · Manchester & Merseyside
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 29 Sept 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
Recorded Mileage
19,459 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.9L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 29 Sept 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Oct 2026
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1991
Engine
2936cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This 1991 Ferrari F40 presents an exceptionally clean roadworthiness profile, demonstrated by an unbroken sequence of first-time test passes stretching back over a decade and a half. The most recent MOT test on September 16, 2025, at 19,459 miles resulted in a clean pass with zero recorded defects or advisory items. This maintenance trend is entirely stable, reflecting meticulous garage storage and consistent calendar-year testing that leaves no room for concern regarding structural corrosion or mechanical neglect. With an aggregate mileage of just 19,459 miles accrued over thirty-five years, the vehicle averages a mere 556 miles annually, confirming its status as a collector-grade asset. The chronological progression shows steady, low-volume use, such as the increase from 18,370 miles in July 2019 to 19,459 miles by September 2025. Gaps between tests remain minimal, and the complete absence of recurring advisory items across multiple inspections highlights a preservation standard well above the typical automotive baseline. The historical record contains only two minor historical notes, specifically a nail logged in the nearside front tyre during the August 2011 test at 15,896 miles and an advisory in July 2012 regarding under-trays obscuring underside inspection components. Because the factory aerodynamic under-trays intentionally conceal the composite chassis, fuel cells, and suspension mounting points, a physical pre-purchase inspection requires removing these panels to scrutinise the tubular steel spaceframe for corrosion or fuel bladder degradation. Buyers should also verify the condition of rubber fuel lines, engine timing belts, and wheel bearing assemblies, as low-mileage Italian supercars of this era demand rigorous specialist servicing regardless of clean MOT paperwork.
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MAD 40F Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 16/09/2025
  • 19,459 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MAD 40F MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 17 Sept 2026, 12:06
MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1991 Ferrari F40 (MAD 40F) between February 2022 and September 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

MAD 40F Mileage History

  1. 02/02/202218,864 mi
  2. 15/02/202319,047 mi+183 mi
  3. 01/10/202419,420 mi+373 mi
  4. 16/09/202519,459 mi+39 mi

Average of roughly 164 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
65
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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Buying Score
88/100
Risk Level
Medium
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Est. Annual Cost
£4,500-£7,000
Mileage
The recorded mileage of 19,459 miles is ...

Our Verdict

This 1991 Ferrari F40 is an exceptionally rare find with a remarkably clean MOT history, showing consecutive first-time passes stretching back over a decade. While running costs and maintenance will be stratospheric, its current mileage of 19,459 miles and stellar pass record make it a compelling collector opportunity.

When approaching a legendary supercar like the F40, verifying a comprehensive, stamped service history and provenance is infinitely more important than a standard checklist. Ensure you inspect the history for major engine-out services, fuel bladder replacement dates (as original rubber fuel cells have a limited lifespan), and turbocharger health. Negotiating on this vehicle should be done strictly through specialist Ferrari independent inspectors or marque experts who can authenticate the chassis, body panels, and mechanical components.

Running a Ferrari F40 is an exclusive financial commitment that bears no resemblance to standard motoring. Fuel economy will be poor when driven hard, road tax falls into the highest standard UK brackets, and specialist insurance requires agreed-value policies with strict security stipulations. Maintenance is exceptionally costly, requiring specialist servicing, frequent fluid changes, and preventative upkeep.

Typical annual running costs — factoring in specialist servicing, MOT testing, storage, and bespoke insurance — easily exceed £4,000 to £6,000 before fuel and consumable tyres.

Pay close attention to the composite body panels for stress cracks, blistering, or poor repairs, as the F40's carbon-kevlar weave is prone to age-related cosmetic issues. Review the MOT history notes carefully: testers in 2012 noted that under-trays fitted obscured some underside components, meaning removal of these panels is essential during a pre-purchase inspection to check the chassis frame for corrosion or fluid leaks. Additionally, inspect the condition of the tyres, suspension bushes, and braking system, ensuring all components match the low-mileage profile of the car.

First registered in February 1991, this iconic Rosso Red Ferrari F40 features a 2936cc twin-turbocharged petrol engine and a remarkably consistent MOT record. The vehicle has covered low mileage, moving steadily from 15,794 miles in August 2010 to 19,459 miles by September 2025. Every single recorded test in our data resulted in a pass, with only minor advisory notes regarding under-trays obscuring underside components and a historical tyre issue noted back in 2011.

As a pure-bred homologation special, aggregate reliability data is sparse, but mechanically straightforward engines require meticulous, specialist-led maintenance to avoid catastrophic failure.

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