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R135 HTY

1997 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

59,135 mi
Last recorded59,135 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Ferrari F35531,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR135 HTY
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2023 59,135 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 56,422 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 56,406 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 56,220 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 54,770 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 53,769 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 1 Sep 2015 53,244 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 52,515 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2014 52,514 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)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 51,988 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 47,478 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 43,502 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 38,372 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Feb 2006 32,770 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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R135 HTY is a 1997 Ferrari F355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R135 HTY, 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.

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What year was R135 HTY registered?

R135 HTY is a 1997 Ferrari F355, first registered on 20 August 1997.

Is R135 HTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R135 HTY shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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