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R155 CUA

1997 Ferrari 550

Grey Petrol 5474cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

8,214 mi
Last recorded8,214 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Ferrari 55036,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR155 CUA
MakeFerrari
Model550
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,474cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 8,214 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2026 8,176 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 8,123 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 8,098 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 7,999 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 7,834 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 7,744 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2018 7,743 miles

Nearside Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

SLOW DOWN flashing on instrument display

Pass 8 May 2017 7,723 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak engine oil leaking around belts.

Fail 8 May 2017 7,723 miles

Electrical wiring insecure wires to the positive on the battery loose. (1.9.2a)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak engine oil leaking around belts.

Pass 26 Feb 2016 7,657 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread small crack (6.3.1d)

undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Mar 2015 7,601 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2015 7,601 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Feb 2014 7,349 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 7,015 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 6,768 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 6,630 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 6,455 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 6,227 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 6,035 miles

How Reliable is the Ferrari 550?

Based on 5,882 MOT tests across 391 vehicles.

90.6%
Pass Rate
546
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
391
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 50
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 37
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 35
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 27
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23
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R155 CUA is a 1997 Ferrari 550 in Grey with a 5,474cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1997 Ferrari 550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 36,689 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 550 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R155 CUA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ferrari 550 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Ferrari 550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R155 CUA registered?

R155 CUA is a 1997 Ferrari 550, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R155 CUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R155 CUA shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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