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P24 RPB

1997 Ferrari 456

Grey Petrol 5474cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,575 mi
Last recorded29,575 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Ferrari 45635,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP24 RPB
MakeFerrari
Model456
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,474cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 29,575 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 29,524 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 29,257 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 28,890 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 28,589 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 28,544 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 28,544 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 27,942 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 27,564 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 20,994 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 20,992 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 18,609 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Feb 2007 18,177 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2005 17,941 miles

How Reliable is the Ferrari 456?

Based on 3,905 MOT tests across 307 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
603
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 130
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 73
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 57
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 47
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 41
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P24 RPB is a 1997 Ferrari 456 in Grey with a 5,474cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Ferrari 456 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 35,464 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ferrari 456 fails its MOT is shock absorber has a serious fluid leak, accounting for 130 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P24 RPB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ferrari 456 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Ferrari 456 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P24 RPB?

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What year was P24 RPB registered?

P24 RPB is a 1997 Ferrari 456, first registered on 30 April 1997.

Is P24 RPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P24 RPB 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.

Does P24 RPB have outstanding finance?

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