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P816 PCR

1997 Ferrari F355

Blue Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

58,530 mi
Last recorded58,530 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Ferrari F35531,311 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP816 PCR
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 58,530 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 58,374 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 58,134 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 57,846 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 57,495 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 57,265 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 57,099 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 56,803 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 56,411 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 56,107 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

plastic covers fitted

slight play in steering rack

Fail 20 May 2016 56,061 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

plastic covers fitted

slight play in steering rack

Pass 29 May 2015 55,050 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)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 54,501 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 53,765 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 53,129 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 51,969 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 51,018 miles

n/s/r exhaust clamp broken on joint

Pass 13 Jul 2009 50,898 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 50,137 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 46,878 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 43,967 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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P816 PCR is a 1997 Ferrari F355 in Blue with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 P816 PCR, 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 P816 PCR registered?

P816 PCR is a 1997 Ferrari F355, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P816 PCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P816 PCR shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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