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GEO 48

1990 Ferrari Testarossa

Red Petrol 4942cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,512 mi
Last recorded25,512 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 1990 Ferrari Testarossa20,717 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEO 48
MakeFerrari
ModelTestarossa
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,942cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 25,512 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 25,509 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 25,429 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2020 25,421 miles

Front Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leaking excessively from engine engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Aug 2016 25,119 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 24,465 miles

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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GEO 48 is a 1990 Ferrari Testarossa in Red with a 4,942cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1990 Ferrari Testarossa models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.6% with a typical mileage of 20,717 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 GEO 48, 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 36 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 GEO 48?

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What year was GEO 48 registered?

GEO 48 is a 1990 Ferrari Testarossa, first registered on 8 June 1990.

Is GEO 48 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEO 48 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GEO 48 have outstanding finance?

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