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B9 YTE

1998 Ferrari 550

Silver Petrol 5474cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

29,927 mi
Last recorded29,927 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Ferrari 55032,897 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB9 YTE
MakeFerrari
Model550
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,474cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 29,927 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 29,698 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 29,542 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 29,489 miles

under-trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 2 Feb 2019 29,357 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 29,237 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 29,068 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 5 Dec 2015 28,948 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 15 Nov 2014 28,638 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 28,240 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 27,473 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 27,090 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 26,376 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2010 26,361 miles

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

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

front discs very cracked around holes

front number plate smaller than standard but still legable

Pass 24 Jul 2009 25,419 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 21,579 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 18,935 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 14,594 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2006 14,592 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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B9 YTE is a 1998 Ferrari 550 in Silver with a 5,474cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1998 Ferrari 550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 32,897 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 B9 YTE, 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 28 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 B9 YTE?

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What year was B9 YTE registered?

B9 YTE is a 1998 Ferrari 550, first registered on 17 April 1998.

Is B9 YTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for B9 YTE shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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