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FMZ 355

1997 Ferrari F355

Silver Petrol 4370cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

94,803 mi
Last recorded94,803 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Ferrari F35531,311 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMZ 355
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,370cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 94,803 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2025 91,600 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 89,671 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 87,098 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 84,451 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 84,282 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 84,072 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective NS headlamp lense cracked. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 82,908 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 82,814 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 82,205 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2016 82,204 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 80,488 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

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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FMZ 355 is a 1997 Ferrari F355 in Silver with a 4,370cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FMZ 355, 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 FMZ 355?

You can check the full history of FMZ 355 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FMZ 355 registered?

FMZ 355 is a 1997 Ferrari F355, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is FMZ 355 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMZ 355 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FMZ 355 have outstanding finance?

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