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B11 RML

1997 Ferrari 550

Blue Petrol 5257cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

50,000 mi
Last recorded50,000 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Ferrari 55036,689 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ferrari
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB11 RML
MakeFerrari
Model550
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,257cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 50,000 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 123 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 37,155 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 36,941 miles

Electrical wiring insulation slightly damaged or deteriorated on second o2 sensor (4.11 (c) (i))

Headlamp converters fitted

Fail 2 Sep 2019 36,941 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Electrical wiring insulation slightly damaged or deteriorated on second o2 sensor (4.11 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 36,783 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 35,622 miles

under trays fitted

How Reliable is the Ferrari 550?

Based on 5,882 MOT tests across 391 vehicles.

90.6%
Pass Rate
546
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
391
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 50
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 37
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 35
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 27
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23
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B11 RML is a 1997 Ferrari 550 in Blue with a 5,257cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Ferrari 550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 36,689 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 550 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B11 RML, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ferrari 550 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Ferrari 550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B11 RML?

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What year was B11 RML registered?

B11 RML is a 1997 Ferrari 550, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is B11 RML safe to buy?

The MOT history for B11 RML shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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