2008 Ferrari F430 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,322 MOT tests analysed for the 2008 Ferrari F430, the most common recorded failure areas were brakes, lighting & signalling and suspension. Its pass rate of 94.5% was above the average for cars of a similar age (75.1%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 1.7% | 23 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 1.6% | 21 |
| 3 | Suspension | 1.5% | 20 |
| 4 | Other defects | 1.0% | 13 |
| 5 | Tyres | 0.8% | 10 |
| 6 | Visibility | 0.8% | 10 |
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 | 20 |
| 2 | Ball joint dust cover | 12 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 12 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 11 |
| 5 | Track rod end | 11 |
| 6 | Rbt (sp) | 10 |
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 | 8.0% | 106 |
| 2 | Tyres | 6.0% | 80 |
| 3 | Steering | 2.9% | 38 |
| 4 | Brakes | 2.3% | 30 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 1.4% | 18 |
| 6 | Visibility | 1.3% | 17 |
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 | 1,089 | 5.4% |
| 30-60k | 222 | 5.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 269 | 8.9% |
| 2022 | 261 | 3.1% |
| 2023 | 259 | 7.0% |
| 2024 | 259 | 4.3% |
| 2025 | 274 | 4.4% |
What to check before buying a 2008 F430
Before buying a 2008 Ferrari F430, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Brakes accounted for 1.7% of tests for this year.
- Brakes (1.7% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (1.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (1.5% 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 2008 Ferrari F430s pass their MOT?
94.5% of the 1,322 2008 Ferrari F430 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 5.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2008 Ferrari F430?
Brakes, recorded in 1.7% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (1.6%).
Does the 2008 F430 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.4% in the 0-30k band to 5.4% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,322 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.