2006 Ferrari F430 4.3L Petrol · V18 NHK
2006 Ferrari F430 (4.3L, petrol). First registered 27 Jun 2006. Recorded mileage 28,512 miles. MOT valid until 18 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- FERRARI F430
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 28,512 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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V18 NHK Key Findings
- 16 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/05/2026
- 28,512 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
V18 NHK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
16 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Ferrari F430 (V18 NHK) between June 2009 and May 2026.
The record contains 12 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 19 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
V18 NHK Mileage History
- 29/06/200913,024 mi
- 28/07/201015,560 mi+2,536 mi
- 28/07/201015,560 mi
- 05/07/201117,123 mi+1,563 mi
- 05/07/201117,123 mi
- 26/07/201320,652 mi+3,529 mi
- 30/09/201422,695 mi+2,043 mi
- 29/06/201623,515 mi+820 mi
- 25/07/201724,589 mi+1,074 mi
- 28/06/201925,774 mi+1,185 mi
- 30/03/202126,133 mi+359 mi
- 31/03/202126,133 mi
- 25/04/202226,829 mi+696 mi
- 25/04/202226,829 mi
- 20/05/202527,795 mi+966 mi
- 19/05/202628,512 mi+717 mi
Average of roughly 917 miles per year across 16 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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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.
- 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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