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R288 WRN

1997 Ferrari 550

Red Petrol 5474cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2024
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,723 mi
Last recorded28,723 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2023
Typical for 1997 Ferrari 55036,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ferrari
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR288 WRN
MakeFerrari
Model550
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,474cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 14 Sep 2023 28,723 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 28,768 miles

Front and Rear tyres getting close to limits

Pass 18 Sep 2019 28,646 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 28,618 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 28,570 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 28,125 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 26,552 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 25,493 miles

Slight play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 24,780 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 21,253 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 20,520 miles

Nearside Rear 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 15 Apr 2009 16,435 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 15,824 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 14,310 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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R288 WRN is a 1997 Ferrari 550 in Red with a 5,474cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R288 WRN, 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

How do I check the history of R288 WRN?

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What year was R288 WRN registered?

R288 WRN is a 1997 Ferrari 550, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R288 WRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R288 WRN shows 14 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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