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C830 OTW

1986 Ferrari Testarossa

Red Petrol 4942cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

12,697 mi
Last recorded12,697 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2021
Typical for 1986 Ferrari Testarossa23,821 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC830 OTW
MakeFerrari
ModelTestarossa
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,942cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2021 12,697 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive oil weeping down from around the timing cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm bushes around the vehicle perishing

wipers smearing

Fail 24 Nov 2021 12,676 miles

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced when comparing with the other side the headlamp is very dull (4.1.4 (a))

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Nearside front 280kgf compared to Offside Front 380kgf 27% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil weeping down from around the timing cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm bushes around the vehicle perishing

wipers smearing

Pass 11 Nov 2021 12,665 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% brake imbalance across the front axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective nearside & offside (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 12,574 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 12,017 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2017 12,017 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 8 Feb 2017 11,821 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 11,740 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 11,740 miles

Inner Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 10,090 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 8,220 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 6,138 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 13 Nov 2008 4,611 miles

all tyres prearished on side walls

Pass 19 Oct 2007 4,456 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2007 4,414 miles

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 2,023 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2005 1,240 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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C830 OTW is a 1986 Ferrari Testarossa in Red with a 4,942cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 C830 OTW, 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 C830 OTW registered?

C830 OTW is a 1986 Ferrari Testarossa, first registered on 1 August 1986.

Is C830 OTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C830 OTW shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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