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F5 JSD

1997 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

25,877 mi
Last recorded25,877 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Ferrari F35531,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF5 JSD
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 25,877 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 25,473 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 25,236 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 24,895 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 24,164 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 23,504 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 22,531 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 21,746 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 20,813 miles

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

Pass 26 Jun 2015 19,813 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jul 2014 18,635 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jun 2013 17,208 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 15,473 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 15,466 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2011 13,668 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 11,597 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 8,266 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 8,230 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 8,113 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 7,950 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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F5 JSD is a 1997 Ferrari F355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 F5 JSD, 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 F5 JSD?

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What year was F5 JSD registered?

F5 JSD is a 1997 Ferrari F355, first registered on 6 May 1997.

Is F5 JSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for F5 JSD shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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