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G979 UYF

1989 Ferrari Testarossa

Red Petrol 4942cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

24,512 mi
Last recorded24,512 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2018
Typical for 1989 Ferrari Testarossa22,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG979 UYF
MakeFerrari
ModelTestarossa
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,942cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2018 24,512 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 24,416 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 24,352 miles

Front coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 23,999 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013

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

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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G979 UYF is a 1989 Ferrari Testarossa in Red with a 4,942cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1989 Ferrari Testarossa models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 22,846 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 G979 UYF, 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 37 years old, this Ferrari Testarossa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G979 UYF registered?

G979 UYF is a 1989 Ferrari Testarossa, first registered on 8 November 1989.

Is G979 UYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for G979 UYF shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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