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D521 FDL

1987 Ferrari Testarossa

Red Petrol 4943cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

46,039 mi
Last recorded46,039 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1987 Ferrari Testarossa24,862 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD521 FDL
MakeFerrari
ModelTestarossa
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,943cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 46,039 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2025 46,029 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 44,490 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 44,101 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 42,615 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 40,764 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 39,150 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 37,400 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2018 37,387 miles

Nearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

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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D521 FDL is a 1987 Ferrari Testarossa in Red with a 4,943cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1987 Ferrari Testarossa models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 24,862 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 D521 FDL, 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 39 years old, this Ferrari Testarossa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D521 FDL?

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What year was D521 FDL registered?

D521 FDL is a 1987 Ferrari Testarossa, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D521 FDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D521 FDL shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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