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R230 BLD

1998 Ferrari 456

Black Petrol 5474cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2017
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,645 mi
Last recorded35,645 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2016
Typical for 1998 Ferrari 45637,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR230 BLD
MakeFerrari
Model456
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,474cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 17 Aug 2016 35,645 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 34,002 miles

How Reliable is the Ferrari 456?

Based on 3,905 MOT tests across 307 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
603
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 130
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 73
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 57
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 47
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 41
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R230 BLD is a 1998 Ferrari 456 in Black with a 5,474cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Ferrari 456 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 37,732 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ferrari 456 fails its MOT is shock absorber has a serious fluid leak, accounting for 130 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R230 BLD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ferrari 456 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Ferrari 456 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R230 BLD registered?

R230 BLD is a 1998 Ferrari 456, first registered on 22 December 1998.

Is R230 BLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R230 BLD shows 2 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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