Ferrari F355 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ferrari F355 reliable? We analysed 19,604 real MOT tests across 1,431 vehicles to find out.
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The Ferrari F355 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, exhaust emissions lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits and exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ferrari F355.
Ferrari F355 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ferrari F355. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ferrari F355 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ferrari F355 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ferrari F355 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Ferrari F355 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Ferrari F355 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ferrari F355 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ferrari F355 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ferrari F355 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 54 | 88.9% | 22,695 | 27,752 | 70,900 |
| 1999 | 2,430 | 88.4% | 16,926 | 25,136 | 34,511 |
| 1998 | 4,621 | 87.6% | 18,046 | 25,571 | 34,774 |
| 1997 | 4,922 | 88.1% | 21,254 | 31,311 | 43,934 |
| 1996 | 3,763 | 89.4% | 21,636 | 31,029 | 42,141 |
| 1995 | 3,031 | 87.5% | 25,846 | 34,852 | 44,903 |
| 1994 | 555 | 88.6% | 26,506 | 37,941 | 55,004 |
How Long Does a Ferrari F355 Last?
Based on 1,431 Ferrari F355 vehicles on UK roads.
Ferrari F355 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ferrari F355 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Ferrari F355
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
89.4% MOT pass rate from 3,763 tests
87.5% MOT pass rate from 3,031 tests
The best year to buy a used Ferrari F355 is 1996, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.4% across 3,763 tests. The 1995 model year has the lowest pass rate at 87.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ferrari F355 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferrari F355 THIS CAR | 88.1% | 19,604 | 29,762 mi | 32 yrs |
| Ferrari 360 | 90.3% | 28,453 | 23,409 mi | 27 yrs |
| Ferrari F430 | 89.8% | 24,536 | 15,630 mi | 21 yrs |
| Ferrari California | 92.8% | 17,395 | 16,907 mi | 17 yrs |
| Tata Loadbeta | 62.6% | 12,316 | 49,835 mi | 31 yrs |
Compared to the Ferrari 360 (90.3% pass rate) and the Ferrari F430 (89.8% pass rate), the Ferrari F355 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Ferrari F355Should you buy a used Ferrari F355?
The Ferrari F355 has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.1% across 19,604 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Ferrari F355 are exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (442 recorded failures), exhaust emissions lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (348), and exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (270). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Ferrari F355 owner drives around 435 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Ferrari F355 models stay on UK roads for around 32 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.