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R511 CET

1998 Ferrari F355

Blue Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

24,242 mi
Last recorded24,242 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Ferrari F35525,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR511 CET
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 24,242 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2025 24,241 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 23,765 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2021 23,755 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2016 23,379 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 23,364 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 22,891 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 21,971 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 19,969 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 19,823 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 19,795 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007
Pass 17 Nov 2006 19,223 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 19,191 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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R511 CET is a 1998 Ferrari F355 in Blue with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1998 Ferrari F355 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 25,571 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 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 R511 CET, 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 28 years old, this Ferrari F355 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R511 CET?

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What year was R511 CET registered?

R511 CET is a 1998 Ferrari F355, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R511 CET safe to buy?

The MOT history for R511 CET shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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