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355 SS

1997 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

18,274 mi
Last recorded18,274 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Ferrari F35531,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration355 SS
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 18,274 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 18,155 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 16,754 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 16,654 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 16,414 miles

engine/under trays fitted

Pass 18 May 2018 16,377 miles

engine/under trays fitted

Pass 26 Jun 2017 16,290 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 16,290 miles

Headlamp aim too low headlamp internals loose (1.8)

Pass 9 May 2016 15,642 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 15,320 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 May 2014 14,968 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 14,485 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 14,484 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 14,058 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 14,058 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 13,449 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 12,498 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 12,233 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 12,233 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 11,907 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 11,907 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

How Reliable is the Ferrari F355?

Based on 19,604 MOT tests across 1,431 vehicles.

88.1%
Pass Rate
435
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
1,431
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 442
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 348
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 270
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 205
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 126
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355 SS is a 1997 Ferrari F355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1997 Ferrari F355 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 31,311 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 F355 fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 442 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 355 SS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ferrari F355 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Ferrari F355 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 355 SS?

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What year was 355 SS registered?

355 SS is a 1997 Ferrari F355, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is 355 SS safe to buy?

The MOT history for 355 SS shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 355 SS have outstanding finance?

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