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FA08 HFJ

2008 Ferrari F430

Red Petrol 4308cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

20,817 mi
Last recorded20,817 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Ferrari F43014,110 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA08 HFJ
MakeFerrari
ModelF430
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,308cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 20,817 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 20,814 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 20,812 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 20,696 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 20,454 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 20,186 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 19,838 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2019 19,838 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 19,806 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 19,332 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 18,892 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 18,871 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 17,768 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 16,891 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 30 May 2014 16,886 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 17 Apr 2014 16,869 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

ALL COIL SPRINGS CORRODING

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jul 2013 15,900 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 13,430 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 13,430 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 11,670 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 11,657 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 11,248 miles

How Reliable is the Ferrari F430?

Based on 24,536 MOT tests across 1,983 vehicles.

89.8%
Pass Rate
711
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
1,983
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 305
position lamp(s) not working 178
Headlamp aim too high 134
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 116
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 100
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FA08 HFJ is a 2008 Ferrari F430 in Red with a 4,308cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2008 Ferrari F430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 14,110 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ferrari F430 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 305 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FA08 HFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ferrari F430 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Ferrari F430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FA08 HFJ?

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What year was FA08 HFJ registered?

FA08 HFJ is a 2008 Ferrari F430, first registered on 10 April 2008.

Is FA08 HFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA08 HFJ shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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