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BYZ 1308

1976 Ferrari 308

Red Petrol 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

64,854 mi
Last recorded64,854 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1976 Ferrari 30850,776 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBYZ 1308
MakeFerrari
Model308
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 64,854 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 64,480 miles

Front Wipers slow in operation

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 Sep 2024 64,477 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Wipers slow in operation

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 63,687 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 62,614 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2019 62,592 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner face of OSF chassis at forward wishbone mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both, too slow (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 62,377 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2018 62,371 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 62,327 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2016 61,674 miles

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

Parking brake performance only just met. 16%

Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance nearside and offside (1.2.1d)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 58,908 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 57,368 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 57,132 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 55,254 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 53,189 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 49,474 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 47,872 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 45,565 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Apr 2009 45,565 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 44,785 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 42,518 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres perishing

How Reliable is the Ferrari 308?

Based on 8,624 MOT tests across 975 vehicles.

82.8%
Pass Rate
300
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
975
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 479
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 179
parking brake recording little or no effort 158
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 156
brake binding 143
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BYZ 1308 is a 1976 Ferrari 308 in Red with a 2,926cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1976 Ferrari 308 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 50,776 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 308 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 479 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BYZ 1308, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ferrari 308 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 50 years old, this Ferrari 308 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BYZ 1308 registered?

BYZ 1308 is a 1976 Ferrari 308, first registered on 30 December 1976.

Is BYZ 1308 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BYZ 1308 shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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