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F89 OYW

1988 Ferrari Testarossa

Red Petrol 4942cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

44,490 mi
Last recorded44,490 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Ferrari Testarossa23,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF89 OYW
MakeFerrari
ModelTestarossa
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,942cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 44,490 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 44,443 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 44,368 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2020 44,368 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2019 44,269 miles

All four tyres are getting low

Pass 25 Nov 2016 44,181 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre tread split and perishing (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 44,163 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 44,097 miles

near side front tyre deteriated/cracking between tread pattern

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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F89 OYW is a 1988 Ferrari Testarossa in Red with a 4,942cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 F89 OYW, 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 F89 OYW?

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What year was F89 OYW registered?

F89 OYW is a 1988 Ferrari Testarossa, first registered on 9 November 1988.

Is F89 OYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F89 OYW shows 8 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.

Does F89 OYW have outstanding finance?

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