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E7 FER

1998 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

30,911 mi
Last recorded30,911 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 Ferrari F35525,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE7 FER
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc
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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 30,911 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 30,618 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 30,299 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 29,948 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 29,533 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 28,532 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 28,280 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 25,969 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2017 25,961 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 25,878 miles

Front coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 25,850 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 25,641 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jun 2013 25,571 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jun 2012 25,466 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front number plate cracked

Pass 30 Jun 2011 25,286 miles

manyundertrays fitted to underside of car not allowing full inspection

Pass 22 Jun 2010 25,164 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 25,158 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 22 May 2009 24,776 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 24,631 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 24,623 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 22,592 miles

How Reliable is the Ferrari F355?

Based on 19,604 MOT tests across 1,431 vehicles.

88.1%
Pass Rate
435
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
1,431
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 442
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 348
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 270
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 205
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 126
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E7 FER is a 1998 Ferrari F355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Ferrari F355 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 25,571 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 F355 fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 442 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E7 FER, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ferrari F355 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Ferrari F355 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E7 FER?

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What year was E7 FER registered?

E7 FER is a 1998 Ferrari F355, first registered on 30 March 1998.

Is E7 FER safe to buy?

The MOT history for E7 FER shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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