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R213 OUS

1997 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

57,665 mi
Last recorded57,665 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Ferrari F35531,311 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR213 OUS
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 57,665 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 57,329 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 56,961 miles

Exhaust heat shield all very lose and rattling.

Nearside Front headlamp lenses cracked.

Nearside Front side light lenses cracked

Pass 3 May 2019 55,287 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside headlamp cracked

Nearside under tray flooring damaged

Fail 3 May 2019 55,287 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside headlamp cracked

Nearside under tray flooring damaged

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 12 May 2018 54,486 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 54,024 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 52,890 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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R213 OUS is a 1997 Ferrari F355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R213 OUS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R213 OUS registered?

R213 OUS is a 1997 Ferrari F355, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R213 OUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R213 OUS shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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