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P85 KBC

1997 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,768 mi
Last recorded44,768 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Ferrari F35531,311 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP85 KBC
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2026 44,768 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 44,378 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 44,211 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 43,843 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 43,537 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 43,218 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worse (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 42,443 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 41,387 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 40,151 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 39,156 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 38,113 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 36,588 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 34,783 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 33,914 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 32,299 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 30,575 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 29,547 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 25,176 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 20,050 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 19,825 miles
Pass 28 May 2005 19,749 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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P85 KBC is a 1997 Ferrari F355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P85 KBC, 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 P85 KBC registered?

P85 KBC is a 1997 Ferrari F355, first registered on 7 April 1997.

Is P85 KBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P85 KBC shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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