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F3 SSE

1997 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

36,472 mi
Last recorded36,472 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Ferrari F35531,311 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ferrari
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF3 SSE
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 36,472 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 35,338 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 35,110 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 34,820 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 34,656 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 34,267 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 33,728 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2018 33,192 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 32,060 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 30,240 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 28,192 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 26,325 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 24,828 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 21,180 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 20,498 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 19,317 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 18,755 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 18,623 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 18,544 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 18,542 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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)

Oil leak

exaust clamp loose

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 27 Apr 2006 17,918 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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F3 SSE is a 1997 Ferrari F355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1997 Ferrari F355 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 31,311 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 F3 SSE, 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 29 years old, this Ferrari F355 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F3 SSE registered?

F3 SSE is a 1997 Ferrari F355, first registered on 30 May 1997.

Is F3 SSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for F3 SSE shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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