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J185 EFU

1991 Ferrari Testarossa

Red Petrol 4943cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2025
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

38,396 mi
Last recorded38,396 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2024
Typical for 1991 Ferrari Testarossa21,904 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ185 EFU
MakeFerrari
ModelTestarossa
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,943cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2024 38,396 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 38,384 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Fail 20 Apr 2021 38,384 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 38,272 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 38,184 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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J185 EFU is a 1991 Ferrari Testarossa in Red with a 4,943cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1991 Ferrari Testarossa models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 21,904 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 J185 EFU, 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 35 years old, this Ferrari Testarossa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J185 EFU registered?

J185 EFU is a 1991 Ferrari Testarossa, first registered on 1 December 1991.

Is J185 EFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J185 EFU 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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