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R189 JAR

1998 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

44,113 mi
Last recorded44,113 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2020
Typical for 1998 Ferrari F35525,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR189 JAR
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2020 44,113 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 43,948 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 43,386 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 42,961 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2014 42,703 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 42,291 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 41,335 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 40,235 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 38,692 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 5 Sep 2008 34,748 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside front tyre inner side wall cot no cords exposed

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 31,633 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2006 28,827 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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R189 JAR is a 1998 Ferrari F355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R189 JAR, 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.

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What year was R189 JAR registered?

R189 JAR is a 1998 Ferrari F355, first registered on 12 February 1998.

Is R189 JAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R189 JAR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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