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MWK 397V

1979 Ferrari 308

Red Petrol 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,064 mi
Last recorded59,064 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2008
Typical for 1979 Ferrari 30841,693 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMWK 397V
MakeFerrari
Model308
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2008 59,064 miles

Wiper blades smear

Pass 3 Mar 2008 58,788 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2008 58,788 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Mar 2007 58,216 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 57,515 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2006 57,514 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Ferrari 308?

Based on 8,624 MOT tests across 975 vehicles.

82.8%
Pass Rate
300
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
975
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 479
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 179
parking brake recording little or no effort 158
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 156
brake binding 143
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MWK 397V is a 1979 Ferrari 308 in Red with a 2,926cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Ferrari 308 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 41,693 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 308 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 479 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MWK 397V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ferrari 308 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 47 years old, this Ferrari 308 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MWK 397V?

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What year was MWK 397V registered?

MWK 397V is a 1979 Ferrari 308, first registered on 12 October 1979.

Is MWK 397V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MWK 397V shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MWK 397V have outstanding finance?

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