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C290 NGK

1986 Ferrari Testarossa

Red Petrol 4942cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

6,980 mi
Last recorded6,980 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1986 Ferrari Testarossa23,821 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC290 NGK
MakeFerrari
ModelTestarossa
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,942cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Fail 21 Apr 2026 6,980 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL FOUR TYRES CRACKING (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 6,771 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 6,274 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 6,142 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 6,065 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 6,057 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 6,048 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 6,037 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 6,028 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 6,028 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 6,023 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 6,019 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 6,012 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 6,268 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 6,069 miles

How Reliable is the Ferrari Testarossa?

Based on 4,775 MOT tests across 527 vehicles.

89.3%
Pass Rate
188
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
527
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 42
fog lamp not working 34
Brake hose bulging under pressure 23
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 22
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 22
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C290 NGK is a 1986 Ferrari Testarossa in Red with a 4,942cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1986 Ferrari Testarossa models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 23,821 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 Testarossa fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C290 NGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ferrari Testarossa typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 40 years old, this Ferrari Testarossa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C290 NGK registered?

C290 NGK is a 1986 Ferrari Testarossa, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C290 NGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C290 NGK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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