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R462 KAW

1998 Ferrari 355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,810 mi
Last recorded35,810 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Ferrari 35524,856 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR462 KAW
MakeFerrari
Model355
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 1 May 2025 35,810 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 35,270 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 35,151 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2021 34,098 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 33,775 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 32,870 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 29,787 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 26,349 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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R462 KAW is a 1998 Ferrari 355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R462 KAW, 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 R462 KAW?

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What year was R462 KAW registered?

R462 KAW is a 1998 Ferrari 355, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R462 KAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R462 KAW shows 8 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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