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F6 FER

1998 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

41,832 mi
Last recorded41,832 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Ferrari F35525,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF6 FER
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 41,832 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 39,726 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 39,279 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 38,846 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 38,151 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 37,785 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 37,050 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 36,668 miles

both front tyres have slight cracking on outer shoulders but no cord/ply visible

Pass 21 Jun 2017 36,090 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 35,823 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 35,806 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

Nearside Front Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded short (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 34,973 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 34,315 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 33,373 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 31,972 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 30,442 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 30,442 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 28,159 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 26,919 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

nearside front tyre cut on outer sidewall

Pass 6 Nov 2008 26,506 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 26,774 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 24,157 miles

Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 24,157 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 19,371 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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F6 FER is a 1998 Ferrari F355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Ferrari F355 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 25,571 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 F6 FER, 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 28 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 F6 FER registered?

F6 FER is a 1998 Ferrari F355, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is F6 FER safe to buy?

The MOT history for F6 FER shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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