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R100 SVO

1997 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

21,663 mi
Last recorded21,663 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Ferrari F35531,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR100 SVO
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc
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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 21,663 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2025 21,020 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 20,809 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 20,297 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 19,267 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 19,241 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 18,346 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 18,332 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 18,314 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 17,903 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 17,482 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 17,161 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 16,610 miles

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

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 2 May 2012 16,599 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

high rear brake imbalance

nearside front tyre perrished

nearside rear drive shaft inner cv boot badly split allowing ingress of dirt or water

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

offside front fog lamp broken

offside front tyre perrished

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge to 0mm

Pass 30 Sep 2010 15,440 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 14,772 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 13,901 miles

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

under vehicle covers fitted

Pass 6 Jul 2007 13,624 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2006 10,379 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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R100 SVO is a 1997 Ferrari F355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 R100 SVO, 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 R100 SVO?

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What year was R100 SVO registered?

R100 SVO is a 1997 Ferrari F355, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R100 SVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R100 SVO shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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