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D438 PRH

1986 Ferrari Testarossa

Red Petrol 4942cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

51,245 mi
Last recorded51,245 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2023
Typical for 1986 Ferrari Testarossa23,821 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD438 PRH
MakeFerrari
ModelTestarossa
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,942cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2023 51,245 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 51,087 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 50,807 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2021 50,807 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 50,420 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill panel. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Slight oil leak on engine.

Pass 18 Apr 2019 50,348 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 50,259 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 50,103 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 49,935 miles

Centre Under tray fitted obscuring the view of components.

Fail 24 Feb 2015 49,674 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 49,674 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 22 Jan 2014 49,381 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 49,305 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 49,261 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Slight wear in both front steering rack ends

Fail 30 Sep 2008 49,261 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Slight wear in both front steering rack ends

Fail 20 Oct 2007 48,114 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Oct 2007 48,114 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2007 48,114 miles

Offside Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 9 Oct 2006 46,580 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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D438 PRH is a 1986 Ferrari Testarossa in Red with a 4,942cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 D438 PRH, 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 D438 PRH registered?

D438 PRH is a 1986 Ferrari Testarossa, first registered on 1 August 1986.

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