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M55 OPJ

1998 Ferrari 550

Red Petrol 5474cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

21,206 mi
Last recorded21,206 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Ferrari 55032,897 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM55 OPJ
MakeFerrari
Model550
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,474cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 21,206 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 21,191 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 21,129 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 20,813 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 20,527 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 20,297 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 20,269 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2016 20,269 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2015 19,898 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 19,717 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 19,100 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 18,978 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2011 18,920 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 20 Aug 2011 18,920 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 16,792 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 16,704 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 15,543 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 14,595 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2007 14,595 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 11 Mar 2006 12,509 miles

How Reliable is the Ferrari 550?

Based on 5,882 MOT tests across 391 vehicles.

90.6%
Pass Rate
546
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
391
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 50
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 37
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 35
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 27
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23
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M55 OPJ is a 1998 Ferrari 550 in Red with a 5,474cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1998 Ferrari 550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 32,897 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 550 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M55 OPJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ferrari 550 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Ferrari 550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M55 OPJ?

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What year was M55 OPJ registered?

M55 OPJ is a 1998 Ferrari 550, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is M55 OPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M55 OPJ shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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