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997 NH

1997 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

49,495 mi
Last recorded49,495 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Ferrari F35531,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration997 NH
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 49,495 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 47,856 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 47,234 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2024 47,203 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides, (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 46,126 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 45,674 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 30 May 2015 45,616 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 45,126 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 44,820 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 44,620 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 44,850 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

air conditioning pump leaking

Pass 13 Nov 2010 44,784 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 44,692 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 44,590 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 38,510 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 33,775 miles

brake fluid on calipers

Fail 23 Feb 2006 33,627 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

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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997 NH is a 1997 Ferrari F355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 997 NH, 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

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What year was 997 NH registered?

997 NH is a 1997 Ferrari F355, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is 997 NH safe to buy?

The MOT history for 997 NH shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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