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FER 355X

1997 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

39,240 mi
Last recorded39,240 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2022
Typical for 1997 Ferrari F35531,311 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFER 355X
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2022 39,240 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 39,233 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 39,224 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 39,220 miles

Offside Front Inner STEERING RACK END

Fail 13 Jul 2019 39,220 miles

Offside Front Inner STEERING RACK END

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

Pass 14 Jul 2018 39,220 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 39,216 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2017 39,216 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions BOTH (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 39,121 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 38,916 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 38,235 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 37,334 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 37,334 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear tyre walls cut but not to cords

rear shockabsorber welded up

Pass 9 Mar 2012 36,208 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 32,133 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 28,687 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2009 27,015 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 25,263 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 23,475 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 23,475 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 8 Mar 2007 23,400 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 25 Feb 2006 22,066 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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FER 355X is a 1997 Ferrari F355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1997 Ferrari F355 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 31,311 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 FER 355X, 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 29 years old, this Ferrari F355 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FER 355X?

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What year was FER 355X registered?

FER 355X is a 1997 Ferrari F355, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is FER 355X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FER 355X shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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