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A355 FER

1997 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

34,676 mi
Last recorded34,676 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Ferrari F35531,311 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA355 FER
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 34,676 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 34,673 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 34,618 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 34,390 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 34,198 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 33,839 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 33,077 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 32,605 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Feb 2015 32,595 miles

Nearside Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Dec 2013 31,845 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2013 31,842 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 31,223 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 30,270 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 29,585 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 29,231 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 28,751 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 26,617 miles

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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A355 FER 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 A355 FER, 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 A355 FER registered?

A355 FER is a 1997 Ferrari F355, first registered on 6 February 1997.

Is A355 FER safe to buy?

The MOT history for A355 FER 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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