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BPD 181T

1979 Ferrari 400

Red Petrol 4823cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

41,516 mi
Last recorded41,516 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2015
Typical for 1979 Ferrari 40043,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPD 181T
MakeFerrari
Model400
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,823cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2015 41,516 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 41,390 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 40,286 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2012 40,283 miles

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

Front Brake vacuum build up too slow (3.3.E.6)

Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Front Fuel pipe excessively chafed (7.2.2)

Nearside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Inner Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Inner Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Steering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Jan 2011 38,331 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Lower Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 38,331 miles

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2009 37,984 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 34,042 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 32,397 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 32,397 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 32,386 miles

How Reliable is the Ferrari 400?

Based on 842 MOT tests across 128 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
240
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
128
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 32
brake binding 24
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 16
Side repeater not working 14
Stop lamp not working 14
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BPD 181T is a 1979 Ferrari 400 in Red with a 4,823cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1979 Ferrari 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 43,638 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 400 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BPD 181T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ferrari 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 47 years old, this Ferrari 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BPD 181T?

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What year was BPD 181T registered?

BPD 181T is a 1979 Ferrari 400, first registered on 26 April 1979.

Is BPD 181T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BPD 181T shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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