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F701 FGK

1988 Ferrari Testarossa

Red Petrol 4942cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

6,875 mi
Last recorded6,875 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Ferrari Testarossa23,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF701 FGK
MakeFerrari
ModelTestarossa
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,942cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 6,875 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 6,841 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 6,808 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 6,731 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 6,714 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 6,609 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 64,626 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 6,426 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 6,318 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 6,270 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 6,264 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 6,256 miles
Pass 27 May 2007 6,084 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 6,084 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front number plate cracked

offside rear tyre at 3.0mm

Pass 11 Apr 2006 5,943 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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F701 FGK is a 1988 Ferrari Testarossa in Red with a 4,942cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1988 Ferrari Testarossa models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 23,413 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 F701 FGK, 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 38 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 F701 FGK?

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What year was F701 FGK registered?

F701 FGK is a 1988 Ferrari Testarossa, first registered on 1 November 1988.

Is F701 FGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for F701 FGK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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