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R517 ORU

1997 Ferrari 550 Maranello

Grey Petrol 5474cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

48,819 mi
Last recorded48,819 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Ferrari 550 Maranello36,339 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR517 ORU
MakeFerrari
Model550 Maranello
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,474cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 48,819 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 48,232 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2024 48,228 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 47,949 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 47,552 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 46,353 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 45,572 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 44,394 miles

underside body work prevents inspection of some testable items

Pass 12 Jun 2018 44,333 miles

Nearside Rear brake pipe chafing on hub

Pass 26 Jul 2016 44,231 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 44,207 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 44,189 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 44,176 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 44,162 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 44,127 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 41,295 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 39,088 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 32,743 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 May 2007 29,431 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 28,771 miles

How Reliable is the Ferrari 550 Maranello?

Based on 2,630 MOT tests across 219 vehicles.

90.7%
Pass Rate
480
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
219
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 21
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 16
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 13
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12
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R517 ORU is a 1997 Ferrari 550 Maranello in Grey with a 5,474cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1997 Ferrari 550 Maranello models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 36,339 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ferrari 550 Maranello fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R517 ORU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ferrari 550 Maranello typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Ferrari 550 Maranello is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R517 ORU?

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What year was R517 ORU registered?

R517 ORU is a 1997 Ferrari 550 Maranello, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R517 ORU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R517 ORU shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R517 ORU have outstanding finance?

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