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MIB 98

1998 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

28,806 mi
Last recorded28,806 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Ferrari F35525,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMIB 98
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 28,806 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 28,695 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 27,008 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 26,468 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 26,431 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 26,336 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 17 May 2014 26,322 miles
Fail 17 May 2014 26,322 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 26,057 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 25,859 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 25,735 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 25,571 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 25,263 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 23,725 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2005 21,303 miles

How Reliable is the Ferrari F355?

Based on 19,604 MOT tests across 1,431 vehicles.

88.1%
Pass Rate
435
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
1,431
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 442
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 348
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 270
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 205
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 126
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MIB 98 is a 1998 Ferrari F355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1998 Ferrari F355 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 25,571 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ferrari F355 fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 442 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MIB 98, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ferrari F355 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Ferrari F355 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MIB 98?

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What year was MIB 98 registered?

MIB 98 is a 1998 Ferrari F355, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is MIB 98 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MIB 98 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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