2009 Ferrari California 4.3L Petrol · TOM 207Y

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a persistent pattern of neglect regarding consumable rubber-based components. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 20,696 miles was a pass, the record shows a recurring failure to address perishing tyres across multiple years. The trend is stable in terms of passing the test, yet the repeated advisories for tyre-related cracking suggest the previous owners only performed the absolute minimum work required to satisfy the MOT tester rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. At 20,696 miles, the mileage is exceptionally low for a 17-year-old vehicle averaging approximately 1,217 miles per year. The data shows consistent intervals of use, such as only 862 miles covered between the October 2024 and October 2025 tests. This low-frequency usage often correlates with vehicles sitting for long periods, which explains the structural degradation of the tyres noted in the records. The lack of movement likely causes rubber components to dry out and age-crack despite having significant tread depth. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system due to recurring reports of fluctuating service brakes. The tester flagged fluctuations in 2022, 2023, and 2024, alongside a specific failure for low parking brake efficiency in October 2022 at 18,700 miles. These symptoms often indicate warped brake discs or sticking calipers caused by lack of use. Furthermore, the inspection should check all suspension bushings and rubber seals for cracking, as the low-mileage profile frequently masks internal degradation of parts that are not subjected to constant mechanical friction.