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BOX 7A

1979 Ferrari 512

Silver Petrol 4943cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

43,492 mi
Last recorded43,492 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2019
Typical for 1979 Ferrari 51241,686 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBOX 7A
MakeFerrari
Model512
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,943cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2019 43,492 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 42,486 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 42,437 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 41,709 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 41,689 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2015 41,683 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 40,691 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 40,017 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 39,268 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 38,022 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 37,210 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 37,209 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2007 37,209 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2006 36,488 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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BOX 7A is a 1979 Ferrari 512 in Silver with a 4,943cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 BOX 7A, 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 BOX 7A registered?

BOX 7A is a 1979 Ferrari 512, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is BOX 7A safe to buy?

The MOT history for BOX 7A shows 14 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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