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R217 OUS

1997 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2020
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,680 mi
Last recorded70,680 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Ferrari F35531,311 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR217 OUS
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2019 70,680 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 70,318 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 6 Jun 2017 67,919 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 67,205 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 67,155 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 66,868 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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R217 OUS is a 1997 Ferrari F355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 R217 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 R217 OUS registered?

R217 OUS is a 1997 Ferrari F355, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R217 OUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R217 OUS shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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