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R55 BJW

1997 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

17,061 mi
Last recorded17,061 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2019
Typical for 1997 Ferrari F35531,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR55 BJW
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2019 17,061 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 17,007 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 16,295 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 16,295 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 15,760 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 15,711 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 15,603 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 15,542 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 15,380 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Feb 2012 15,107 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 14,556 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 13,760 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 13,506 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 13,506 miles

Nearside Outer Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 12,847 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)

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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R55 BJW is a 1997 Ferrari F355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1997 Ferrari F355 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 31,311 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 R55 BJW, 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 29 years old, this Ferrari F355 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R55 BJW registered?

R55 BJW is a 1997 Ferrari F355, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R55 BJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R55 BJW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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