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C478 OVW

1986 Ferrari Testarossa

Red Petrol 4942cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2016
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

65,060 mi
Last recorded65,060 miles
Recorded on1 May 2015
Typical for 1986 Ferrari Testarossa23,821 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC478 OVW
MakeFerrari
ModelTestarossa
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,942cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2015 65,060 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 65,060 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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C478 OVW is a 1986 Ferrari Testarossa in Red with a 4,942cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 C478 OVW, 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.

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What year was C478 OVW registered?

C478 OVW is a 1986 Ferrari Testarossa, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C478 OVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C478 OVW shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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