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R143 MBC

1997 Ferrari F355

Black Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

49,441 mi
Last recorded49,441 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2012
Typical for 1997 Ferrari F35531,311 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR143 MBC
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 4 Sep 2012 49,441 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

AIR-BAG WARNING LIGHT ON.

BOTH FRONT TYRES CRACKING AROUND TREAD PATTERN.

Pass 24 Sep 2010 48,299 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 48,299 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 47,262 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 44,776 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 42,330 miles

1, CRACK IN W/SCREEN N/S. †2, N/S REAR FOG NOT WORKING. †3, AIR DUCTING TO N/S FRONT DISC FOULING WHEEL.

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 42,330 miles

1, CRACK IN W/SCREEN N/S. †2, N/S REAR FOG NOT WORKING. †3, AIR DUCTING TO N/S FRONT DISC FOULING WHEEL.

Pass 31 Jan 2006 41,029 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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R143 MBC is a 1997 Ferrari F355 in Black with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 R143 MBC, 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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R143 MBC is a 1997 Ferrari F355, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is R143 MBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R143 MBC shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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