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J981 KJF

1992 Ferrari Testarossa

Red Petrol 4942cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,146 mi
Last recorded27,146 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2025
Typical for 1992 Ferrari Testarossa23,205 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ981 KJF
MakeFerrari
ModelTestarossa
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,942cc
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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2025 27,146 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 27,071 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 27,034 miles
Fail 12 May 2021 27,031 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 27,018 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2018 27,014 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2017 26,954 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 25,998 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 25,998 miles

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Fail 5 Mar 2015 22,959 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 22,959 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 22,580 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2013 22,572 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2012 20,401 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 19,943 miles

Engine feul pipes rusty

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 15,975 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 15,528 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 14,217 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 8,068 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 8,012 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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J981 KJF is a 1992 Ferrari Testarossa in Red with a 4,942cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1992 Ferrari Testarossa models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 23,205 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 J981 KJF, 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 34 years old, this Ferrari Testarossa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J981 KJF registered?

J981 KJF is a 1992 Ferrari Testarossa, first registered on 30 December 1992.

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