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APG 59T

1979 Ferrari 512

Red Petrol 4943cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

89,101 mi
Last recorded89,101 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2019
Typical for 1979 Ferrari 51241,686 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPG 59T
MakeFerrari
Model512
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,943cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2019 89,101 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 87,591 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 86,648 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Jul 2016 85,773 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 84,283 miles

Rear fog lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.3.2b)

Fail 10 Aug 2015 84,281 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear fog lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 82,566 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 82,496 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

rear fog lamps fitted but not working

Fail 16 Jul 2013 81,833 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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 16 Jul 2013 81,833 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 18 Jul 2012 79,357 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 10 Jul 2012 79,353 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 78,119 miles

corrosion on rear brake discs

corrosion on rear floors

dampness on front calipers

Fail 18 Jul 2011 78,117 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

corrosion on rear brake discs

corrosion on rear floors

dampness on front calipers

Pass 14 Jul 2010 77,707 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 77,653 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

both front sills corroded but not within 30cm of any prescribed area

condition of body very corroded underneath

nearside rear handbrake low performance

play in nearside front wheel bearing

signs of offside front wheel rubbing body on full lock but visible clearance when lock to lock test applied

Pass 24 Jun 2009 74,879 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 70,439 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2007 65,058 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 65,058 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Inner Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g) DANGEROUS

rear fog lamp not working. this is a reason for rejection.

Pass 12 Jun 2006 60,692 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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APG 59T is a 1979 Ferrari 512 in Red with a 4,943cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Ferrari 512 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 41,686 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 APG 59T, 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 47 years old, this Ferrari 512 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was APG 59T registered?

APG 59T is a 1979 Ferrari 512, first registered on 25 January 1979.

Is APG 59T safe to buy?

The MOT history for APG 59T shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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