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A512 FER

1983 Ferrari 512

Red Petrol 4943cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,386 mi
Last recorded17,386 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1983 Ferrari 51224,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA512 FER
MakeFerrari
Model512
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,943cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2025 17,386 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 17,377 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 17,366 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 17,347 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 17,307 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 17,288 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 17,101 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 17,048 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 16,927 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 16,482 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 16,381 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 16,348 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 16,336 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 16,269 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 16,230 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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A512 FER is a 1983 Ferrari 512 in Red with a 4,943cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A512 FER, 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 A512 FER?

You can check the full history of A512 FER by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was A512 FER registered?

A512 FER is a 1983 Ferrari 512, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A512 FER safe to buy?

The MOT history for A512 FER shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A512 FER have outstanding finance?

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