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F5 LSM

1989 Ferrari Testarossa

Red Petrol 4942cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,893 mi
Last recorded31,893 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 1989 Ferrari Testarossa22,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF5 LSM
MakeFerrari
ModelTestarossa
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,942cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 31,893 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 31,828 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 31,815 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 31,795 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2020 31,792 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fail 5 Feb 2020 31,785 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Sound deadening material insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 31,755 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 31,707 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 31,707 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2016 31,608 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 31,400 miles

wipers poor

Pass 13 Jun 2014 30,958 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Dec 2012 30,921 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Sep 2011 30,520 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 30,520 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 30,379 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 30,304 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 30,196 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 30,090 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 30,090 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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F5 LSM is a 1989 Ferrari Testarossa in Red with a 4,942cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F5 LSM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F5 LSM?

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What year was F5 LSM registered?

F5 LSM is a 1989 Ferrari Testarossa, first registered on 6 January 1989.

Is F5 LSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F5 LSM shows 20 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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