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A5 OOT

1998 Ferrari 355

Silver Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

51,944 mi
Last recorded51,944 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Ferrari 35524,856 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 OOT
MakeFerrari
Model355
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 51,944 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 51,924 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 51,902 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 51,468 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 51,113 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 50,927 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 50,448 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 50,063 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2016 49,700 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 48,803 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 48,100 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 47,240 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 46,818 miles

near side+off side sill covers fitted

under body covers fitted

Pass 10 May 2008 45,579 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 45,579 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 44,575 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2006 42,151 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2006 42,151 miles

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

How Reliable is the Ferrari 355?

Based on 1,544 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

90.3%
Pass Rate
358
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 31
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 23
parking brake recording little or no effort 19
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 16
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12
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A5 OOT is a 1998 Ferrari 355 in Silver with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1998 Ferrari 355 models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.4% with a typical mileage of 24,856 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 355 fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A5 OOT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ferrari 355 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Ferrari 355 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A5 OOT?

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What year was A5 OOT registered?

A5 OOT is a 1998 Ferrari 355, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is A5 OOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 OOT shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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