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N245 BRX

1996 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

46,518 mi
Last recorded46,518 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Ferrari F35531,029 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN245 BRX
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 46,518 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2025 46,496 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 46,189 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 46,088 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 46,015 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 45,902 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 45,561 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 45,524 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 45,236 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 44,425 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 44,336 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 44,002 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 13 Oct 2015 44,002 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 42,340 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 41,846 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Aug 2012 41,620 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 39,920 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 35,586 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 34,047 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2005 28,072 miles

chips in windsreen

slight oil leaks

slight wear on all discs

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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N245 BRX is a 1996 Ferrari F355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 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 N245 BRX, 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

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What year was N245 BRX registered?

N245 BRX is a 1996 Ferrari F355, first registered on 19 January 1996.

Is N245 BRX safe to buy?

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