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400 VJ

1979 Ferrari 400

Grey Petrol 4823cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

44,386 mi
Last recorded44,386 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2019
Typical for 1979 Ferrari 40043,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration400 VJ
MakeFerrari
Model400
Year1979
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,823cc
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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2019 44,386 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2019 44,386 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 44,304 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 44,070 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 43,988 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 43,287 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 42,603 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 42,285 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2014 42,275 miles

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

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jun 2013 42,231 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 42,228 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e) DANGEROUS

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jun 2012 41,853 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 41,851 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jun 2008 41,650 miles

all suspension bushes starting to deteriorate

small leak from exhaust manifold

Pass 14 Mar 2007 40,145 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2007 40,131 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

How Reliable is the Ferrari 400?

Based on 842 MOT tests across 128 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
240
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
128
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 32
brake binding 24
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 16
Side repeater not working 14
Stop lamp not working 14
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400 VJ is a 1979 Ferrari 400 in Grey with a 4,823cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1979 Ferrari 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 43,638 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 400 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 400 VJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ferrari 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 47 years old, this Ferrari 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 400 VJ?

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What year was 400 VJ registered?

400 VJ is a 1979 Ferrari 400, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is 400 VJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 400 VJ shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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