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F3 YEL

1997 Ferrari F355

Yellow Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

6,131 mi
Last recorded6,131 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Ferrari F35531,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF3 YEL
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 6,131 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 5,863 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 5,455 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 4,833 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 4,185 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 3,152 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 1,767 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 923 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 62,036 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 60,724 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 59,445 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 59,445 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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 YEL is a 1997 Ferrari F355 in Yellow with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YEL, 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

How do I check the history of F3 YEL?

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What year was F3 YEL registered?

F3 YEL is a 1997 Ferrari F355, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is F3 YEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F3 YEL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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