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J894 LOW

1991 Ferrari Testarossa

Red Petrol 4942cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

38,308 mi
Last recorded38,308 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2025
Typical for 1991 Ferrari Testarossa21,904 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ894 LOW
MakeFerrari
ModelTestarossa
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,942cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2025 38,308 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 38,244 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 38,194 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 37,886 miles

front coil springs showing signs of corrosion

Fail 25 Nov 2019 37,869 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits ecessively high (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated inder disc face contaminated in oil (1.1.14 (b))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

front coil springs showing signs of corrosion

Pass 29 May 2018 37,795 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 36,125 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 35,452 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 74,464 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 32,982 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 32,401 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 32,287 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 30,644 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 30,571 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 30,445 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Oct 2007 29,937 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 25 Oct 2007 29,937 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Oct 2006 29,406 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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J894 LOW is a 1991 Ferrari Testarossa in Red with a 4,942cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 J894 LOW, 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.

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What year was J894 LOW registered?

J894 LOW is a 1991 Ferrari Testarossa, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J894 LOW safe to buy?

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