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R386 MLJ

1998 Ferrari 355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

36,599 mi
Last recorded36,599 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Ferrari 35524,856 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR386 MLJ
MakeFerrari
Model355
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc
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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 36,599 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 36,530 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 33,548 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 33,202 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 33,160 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 32,939 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 32,129 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 31,890 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 31,473 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 30,354 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 28,766 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 28,382 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 28,046 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 27,419 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 26,585 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 23,928 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2008 23,928 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 22,790 miles

How Reliable is the Ferrari 355?

Based on 1,544 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

90.3%
Pass Rate
358
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 31
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 23
parking brake recording little or no effort 19
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 16
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12
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R386 MLJ is a 1998 Ferrari 355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1998 Ferrari 355 models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.4% with a typical mileage of 24,856 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 355 fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R386 MLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ferrari 355 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Ferrari 355 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R386 MLJ?

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What year was R386 MLJ registered?

R386 MLJ is a 1998 Ferrari 355, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R386 MLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R386 MLJ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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