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F168 LTU

1989 Ferrari Testarossa

Red Petrol 4942cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,451 mi
Last recorded16,451 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 1989 Ferrari Testarossa22,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF168 LTU
MakeFerrari
ModelTestarossa
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,942cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 16,451 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 16,263 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 15,970 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 15,960 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 15,385 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 15,201 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 14,890 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 13,886 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 13,747 miles

offside front tyre punctured by nail (goodyear eagle zr50 225/50/zr16)

Pass 20 May 2015 13,150 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 13,150 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 12,353 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 11,879 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jun 2012 11,707 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 11,621 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 11,589 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 30 Dec 2008 11,217 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 10,706 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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F168 LTU is a 1989 Ferrari Testarossa in Red with a 4,942cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1989 Ferrari Testarossa models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 22,846 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 F168 LTU, 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 37 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 F168 LTU?

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What year was F168 LTU registered?

F168 LTU is a 1989 Ferrari Testarossa, first registered on 1 January 1989.

Is F168 LTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F168 LTU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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