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89 CUP

1983 Ferrari 512

Blue Petrol 4943cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

25,645 mi
Last recorded25,645 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 1983 Ferrari 51224,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration89 CUP
MakeFerrari
Model512
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,943cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2025 25,645 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 25,473 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 25,358 miles

Slight corrosion to the floor where the seats are

Fail 22 Jul 2021 25,358 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Slight corrosion to the floor where the seats are

Pass 9 Mar 2020 25,344 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 24,892 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2019 24,880 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Rear fog lamp not working All (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 24,534 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 24,523 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 May 2015 24,312 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 21,595 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 21,044 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 20,932 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2011 20,932 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 19,101 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 18,906 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 35,126 miles

How Reliable is the Ferrari 512?

Based on 1,689 MOT tests across 204 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
174
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
204
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 19
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 15
fog lamp not working 14
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 12
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11
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89 CUP is a 1983 Ferrari 512 in Blue with a 4,943cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1983 Ferrari 512 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 24,528 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 512 fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 89 CUP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ferrari 512 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 43 years old, this Ferrari 512 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 89 CUP?

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What year was 89 CUP registered?

89 CUP is a 1983 Ferrari 512, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is 89 CUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for 89 CUP shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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