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N12 SOL

1996 Ferrari 512

Red Petrol 4943cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

34,506 mi
Last recorded34,506 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Ferrari 5128,150 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN12 SOL
MakeFerrari
Model512
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,943cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 34,506 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 34,492 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 33,863 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 32,641 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2021 32,641 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 31,284 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 28,813 miles

Offside Rear Inner driveshaft boot perishing (becoming soft)

vehicle under covers fitted

Pass 21 Sep 2016 27,750 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 26 Jun 2015 27,123 miles

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

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)

surface corrosion to all brake discs

Pass 26 Jun 2015 27,123 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)

surface corrosion to all brake discs

Pass 4 Jun 2010 26,449 miles

n/s/r tyre on legall limits

n/s/r tyre wearing on the inner edge

sill and under body covers fitted

Pass 19 May 2009 25,929 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 25,763 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

light surface rust on edges of floors

Pass 22 Nov 2006 24,224 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
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N12 SOL is a 1996 Ferrari 512 in Red with a 4,943cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1996 Ferrari 512 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.3% with a typical mileage of 8,150 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 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 N12 SOL, 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 30 years old, this Ferrari 512 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N12 SOL registered?

N12 SOL is a 1996 Ferrari 512, first registered on 19 February 1996.

Is N12 SOL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N12 SOL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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