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P5 OXT

1997 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

49,018 mi
Last recorded49,018 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2023
Typical for 1997 Ferrari F35531,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP5 OXT
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2023 49,018 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 48,960 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 48,889 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 48,879 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 48,400 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 45,494 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)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Feb 2014 39,481 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 38,142 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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)

Fail 6 Mar 2013 38,141 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 35,482 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Feb 2011 35,198 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 32,279 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 28,785 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2009 28,785 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2008 25,436 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 22,428 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 18,671 miles

o/s & n/s rear brakes binding on

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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P5 OXT is a 1997 Ferrari F355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1997 Ferrari F355 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 31,311 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 P5 OXT, 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 29 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 P5 OXT registered?

P5 OXT is a 1997 Ferrari F355, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P5 OXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P5 OXT shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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