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C979 VPL

1986 Ferrari 328

Red Petrol 3185cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

24,848 mi
Last recorded24,848 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 1986 Ferrari 32839,162 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC979 VPL
MakeFerrari
Model328
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,185cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 24,848 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 24,730 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 24,716 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 24,569 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 24,096 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 23,789 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering rack nearside gaiter insecure on outer edge

Pass 27 Jun 2016 23,667 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 23,643 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 22,381 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 21,872 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 21,849 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2011 21,848 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Offside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 21,816 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 20,113 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 19,077 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

How Reliable is the Ferrari 328?

Based on 8,720 MOT tests across 685 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
320
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
685
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 69
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 59
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 52
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 36
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 32
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C979 VPL is a 1986 Ferrari 328 in Red with a 3,185cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1986 Ferrari 328 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 39,162 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ferrari 328 fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 69 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C979 VPL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ferrari 328 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 40 years old, this Ferrari 328 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C979 VPL registered?

C979 VPL is a 1986 Ferrari 328, first registered on 1 March 1986.

Is C979 VPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C979 VPL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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