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F697 FPW

1989 Ferrari Testarossa

Red Petrol 4900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,325 mi
Last recorded25,325 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 Ferrari Testarossa22,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF697 FPW
MakeFerrari
ModelTestarossa
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,900cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 25,325 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 25,276 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2024 25,276 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high also loose. (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Fail 19 Sep 2024 25,274 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high also loose (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 25,139 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 25,013 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 24,821 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 22,418 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2020 22,410 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2019 21,842 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 20,839 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 20,050 miles

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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F697 FPW is a 1989 Ferrari Testarossa in Red with a 4,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 F697 FPW, 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

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What year was F697 FPW registered?

F697 FPW is a 1989 Ferrari Testarossa, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F697 FPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F697 FPW shows 12 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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