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R149 YJU

1998 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

49,764 mi
Last recorded49,764 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 Ferrari F35525,571 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR149 YJU
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2023 49,764 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 49,684 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 48,889 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 48,844 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 48,789 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 43,073 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2009 40,806 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front brake disc corroded.

N/s/f track rod gaiter twisted.

Pass 8 Nov 2008 39,655 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 36,560 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 28,950 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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R149 YJU is a 1998 Ferrari F355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1998 Ferrari F355 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 25,571 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 R149 YJU, 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 28 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 R149 YJU registered?

R149 YJU is a 1998 Ferrari F355, first registered on 27 May 1998.

Is R149 YJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R149 YJU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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