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F208 TRY

1989 Ferrari Testarossa

Red Petrol 4942cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,500 mi
Last recorded42,500 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Ferrari Testarossa22,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF208 TRY
MakeFerrari
ModelTestarossa
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,942cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 42,500 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2026 42,500 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 22 May 2023 42,331 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 42,056 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 41,876 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 10 Sep 2018 41,119 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 41,079 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2017 41,079 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam re connect bulb (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 May 2016 40,996 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2015 40,859 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 40,279 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 40,070 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 40,034 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

SOME MOVEMENT IN O/SIDE OFF STEERING RACK [DRUMSTICK]NOT YET EXCESSIVE.

Pass 9 Sep 2009 39,973 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 39,849 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 39,631 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Nov 2005 38,282 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2005 38,280 miles

Offside Inner Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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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F208 TRY 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 83.3%.

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 F208 TRY, 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.

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What year was F208 TRY registered?

F208 TRY is a 1989 Ferrari Testarossa, first registered on 1 May 1989.

Is F208 TRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for F208 TRY shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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