CarVerify

Free Car Check

MPB 136V

1979 Ferrari 512

Red Petrol 4943cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2009
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,654 mi
Last recorded48,654 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2008
Typical for 1979 Ferrari 51241,686 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ferrari
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPB 136V
MakeFerrari
Model512
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,943cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

1 pass
Pass 9 Jul 2008 48,654 miles

How Reliable is the Ferrari 512?

Based on 1,689 MOT tests across 204 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
174
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
204
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 19
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 15
fog lamp not working 14
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 12
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11
Full Ferrari 512 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MPB 136V is a 1979 Ferrari 512 in Red with a 4,943cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Ferrari 512 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 41,686 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ferrari 512 fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MPB 136V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ferrari 512 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 47 years old, this Ferrari 512 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MPB 136V?

You can check the full history of MPB 136V by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MPB 136V registered?

MPB 136V is a 1979 Ferrari 512, first registered on 5 October 1979.

Is MPB 136V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPB 136V shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MPB 136V have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MPB 136V. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.