2007 Ferrari F430 — MOT failures & pass rate
1,539 MOT tests on the 2007 Ferrari F430 are in this dataset, and 95.6% of them passed. That is 22.5 percentage points better than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 27.0%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (1.8%) and brakes (1.1%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are registration plates, position lamp and ball joint dust cover — registration plates alone was recorded 15 times.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 1.8% | 27 |
| 2 | Brakes | 1.1% | 17 |
| 3 | Suspension | 1.0% | 16 |
| 4 | Other defects | 0.7% | 10 |
| 5 | Tyres | 0.6% | 9 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.6% | 9 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registration plates | 15 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 13 |
| 3 | Ball joint dust cover | 12 |
| 4 | Rbt (sp) | 12 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 11 |
| 6 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 8 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 7.5% | 115 |
| 2 | Tyres | 6.1% | 94 |
| 3 | Steering | 2.9% | 44 |
| 4 | Brakes | 2.3% | 35 |
| 5 | Road wheels | 0.7% | 10 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.5% | 8 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 1,219 | 3.9% |
| 30-60k | 310 | 6.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 299 | 3.0% |
| 2022 | 314 | 4.1% |
| 2023 | 329 | 5.8% |
| 2024 | 285 | 4.9% |
| 2025 | 312 | 4.2% |
What to check before buying a 2007 F430
On a 2007 F430, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 1.8% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (1.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (1.1% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Suspension (1.0% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2007 Ferrari F430s pass their MOT?
95.6% of the 1,539 2007 Ferrari F430 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 4.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Ferrari F430?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 1.8% of tests, followed by brakes (1.1%).
Does the 2007 F430 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 3.9% in the 0-30k band to 6.8% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,539 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.