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R126 WPU

1997 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

31,754 mi
Last recorded31,754 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2022
Typical for 1997 Ferrari F35531,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR126 WPU
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2022 31,754 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 31,535 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 31,348 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 31,118 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 30,642 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 30,329 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 28,632 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 28,268 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2013 28,268 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 25,712 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 25,705 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 25,705 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 20,989 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 20,987 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2009 20,345 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 15,886 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 14,647 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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R126 WPU 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 82.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R126 WPU, 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 R126 WPU registered?

R126 WPU is a 1997 Ferrari F355, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is R126 WPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R126 WPU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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