We've only got 345 MOT tests for Ferrari F430 models built around 2008 (17 years old). Treat these numbers as a rough guide.
We've only seen a handful of Ferrari F430 models built around 2008 so far. Too few to spot a pattern yet.
Key figure
Check a car’s number plate to see its own MOT record, or come back when there’s more MOT history.
Before you view it
The Ferrari F430's most common MOT issues, turned into things to ask about or look for.
Listen for knocks over speed bumps and ask about recent control-arm or anti-roll-bar work.
Check tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.
Check ride height is even side-to-side and look for cracked or rusted coils.
On a flat surface, rock the steering wheel briefly with the engine off and listen for clunks.
Check the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.
By build year
Fail rates have been steady over the last three years. Use the build-year guide below to separate newer build years from older ones.
Find your F430's generation
Each card below is a different generation. Select your year and we'll highlight the match.
Not sure which one you're looking at?
Match your build year to its generation, then see the fail rates for those build years of the Ferrari F430.
See every build year for the Ferrari F430By age
This chart combines every Ferrari F430 ever sold. It's good for the big picture. For one generation, scroll up to the build-year cards.
Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 19 years old.
All generations of this model
These issues come from 17-year-old Ferrari F430 models, every generation combined.
In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one
Suspension arm pin or bush worn, but not moving too much
Coil spring corroded
Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge
Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing
Track rod end ball joint has slight play
Based on 345 MOT tests on 17-year-old Ferrari F430 models, every generation combined.
Still registered
How many of these are still registered in the UK, and what's been recalled across the model.
Not enough registration data to show this for the Ferrari F430.
The share still registered can reflect demand, the cost of repairs, exports, write-offs and how owners use the car. It isn't proof of how long the car lasts mechanically.
1 of the 4 Ferrari F430 recalls covers cars built in these years.
Top concerns
For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.
Like-for-like
Same body type, tested at the same age
No clear edge over the Ferrari F430 on these figures.
2 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.
1,151 MOT tests on cars built around 2008
Same body type, tested at the same age
No clear edge over the Ferrari F430 on these figures.
4,009 MOT tests on cars built around 2008
Same body type, tested at the same age
No clear edge over the Ferrari F430 on these figures.
2 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.
9,316 MOT tests on cars built around 2008
Same body type, tested at the same age
No clear edge over the Ferrari F430 on these figures.
1,406 MOT tests on cars built around 2008
Common questions
Built around 2008 (17 years old), the Ferrari F430 across all generations combined fails MOTs noticeably less often than typical for this age. This is based on 345 17-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.
