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F3 SSP

1997 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,693 mi
Last recorded38,693 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Ferrari F35531,311 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 38,693 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 38,312 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 38,045 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 37,723 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 37,328 miles

under trays fitted unable to fully inspect

Pass 8 Apr 2021 36,831 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 36,755 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 36,507 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 36,264 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 36,094 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 35,741 miles

o/s-n/s front tyres slight cracking

Pass 29 Apr 2013 35,161 miles

slight cracking to o/s/f tyre

Pass 23 Apr 2012 34,701 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 34,669 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)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 33,965 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Oct 2009 33,721 miles

corrosion to discs all round

exhaust blowing

Fail 5 Oct 2009 33,721 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

corrosion to discs all round

exhaust blowing

Fail 8 Jul 2008 33,666 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 33,666 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 33,584 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2007 32,700 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 31,225 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2006 31,225 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)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Fail 19 Apr 2006 31,205 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

FRONT DISCS SURFACE CORROSION.

VEHICLE IN POOR ORDER / TURNOUT. IE, FLAT BATTERY, UNDERFLOOR AND INTERNAL PANELS AND TRIM INSECURE AND MISSING.LOW ON FUEL.

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 SSP is a 1997 Ferrari F355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 F3 SSP, 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 SSP registered?

F3 SSP is a 1997 Ferrari F355, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is F3 SSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F3 SSP shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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