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N231 MNW

1996 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,647 mi
Last recorded41,647 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Ferrari F35531,029 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN231 MNW
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 41,647 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 41,464 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 41,276 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 41,147 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 40,979 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2021 40,979 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 40,727 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 40,676 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 40,418 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 39,981 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2017 39,981 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 39,509 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 39,197 miles

nearside front tyre wearing quite low on inner shoulder

Fail 28 May 2014 38,155 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2014 38,155 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 May 2013 36,160 miles

Oil leak

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

offside rear tyre starting to wear on inner edge

Fail 15 May 2013 36,160 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

offside rear tyre starting to wear on inner edge

Pass 22 May 2012 33,966 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 31,810 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 27,664 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 27,212 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 27,212 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 26,416 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 24,946 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 20,604 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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N231 MNW is a 1996 Ferrari F355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Ferrari F355 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 31,029 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 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 N231 MNW, 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 30 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 N231 MNW?

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What year was N231 MNW registered?

N231 MNW is a 1996 Ferrari F355, first registered on 30 May 1996.

Is N231 MNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N231 MNW shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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