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R55 DEP

1998 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

39,206 mi
Last recorded39,206 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Ferrari F35525,571 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR55 DEP
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 39,206 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 38,097 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 37,201 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 36,258 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 35,703 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 34,554 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 33,739 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 33,361 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 32,176 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 31,912 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 31,535 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 31,312 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 31,297 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 31,022 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 30,812 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2006 30,803 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

both front brake vent hoses are badly damaged but not affecting brakes or steering at this time.

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 DEP is a 1998 Ferrari F355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DEP, 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 R55 DEP?

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What year was R55 DEP registered?

R55 DEP is a 1998 Ferrari F355, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R55 DEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R55 DEP shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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