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P83 PLM

1997 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

57,799 mi
Last recorded57,799 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Ferrari F35531,311 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP83 PLM
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 57,799 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 57,464 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 56,948 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 56,650 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 56,449 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 56,418 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 56,301 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 56,298 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 56,273 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 56,204 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 55,770 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 55,678 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 55,537 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 55,396 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 54,851 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 54,590 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 54,477 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2009 54,475 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2008 54,980 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 53,083 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 51,616 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 50,684 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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P83 PLM is a 1997 Ferrari F355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 P83 PLM, 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

How do I check the history of P83 PLM?

You can check the full history of P83 PLM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P83 PLM registered?

P83 PLM is a 1997 Ferrari F355, first registered on 8 September 1997.

Is P83 PLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P83 PLM shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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