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C488 NGJ

1985 Ferrari Testarossa

Red Petrol 4942cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,390 mi
Last recorded48,390 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2009
Typical for 1985 Ferrari Testarossa23,382 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC488 NGJ
MakeFerrari
ModelTestarossa
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,942cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2009 48,390 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 48,291 miles

co on limits

n/s/f flexi hose starting to bulge?

Fail 15 Apr 2008 48,285 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

co on limits

n/s/f flexi hose starting to bulge?

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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C488 NGJ is a 1985 Ferrari Testarossa in Red with a 4,942cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1985 Ferrari Testarossa models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 23,382 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 C488 NGJ, 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 41 years old, this Ferrari Testarossa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C488 NGJ registered?

C488 NGJ is a 1985 Ferrari Testarossa, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C488 NGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C488 NGJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C488 NGJ have outstanding finance?

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