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FNR 797V

1979 Ferrari 308

Blue Petrol 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

49,082 mi
Last recorded49,082 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1979 Ferrari 30841,693 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNR 797V
MakeFerrari
Model308
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 49,082 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 47,301 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 45,598 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 45,291 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 42,863 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 42,507 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2019 42,497 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner arch poorly plated and filled

Pass 13 Apr 2017 42,469 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 42,469 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 May 2015 41,996 miles

front wipers poor clearance

Pass 13 Jun 2014 41,748 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 41,693 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 41,689 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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

play in nearside steering rack

Pass 13 Mar 2012 41,687 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 41,685 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 41,650 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 41,272 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Fail 18 Jun 2009 41,272 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 24 Jun 2008 40,968 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 40,215 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 40,181 miles

Parking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)

Fail 30 Apr 2007 40,089 miles

Parking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)

o/s/f hub leaking small amount ofgrease

Pass 21 Apr 2006 39,457 miles

o/s/f hub oil seal just starting to leak

How Reliable is the Ferrari 308?

Based on 8,624 MOT tests across 975 vehicles.

82.8%
Pass Rate
300
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
975
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 479
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 179
parking brake recording little or no effort 158
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 156
brake binding 143
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FNR 797V is a 1979 Ferrari 308 in Blue with a 2,926cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 1979 Ferrari 308 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 41,693 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 308 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 479 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FNR 797V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ferrari 308 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 47 years old, this Ferrari 308 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FNR 797V?

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What year was FNR 797V registered?

FNR 797V is a 1979 Ferrari 308, first registered on 4 October 1979.

Is FNR 797V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FNR 797V shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FNR 797V have outstanding finance?

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