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R55 SPY

1998 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

43,447 mi
Last recorded43,447 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Ferrari F35525,571 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 43,447 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 43,037 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 42,819 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 42,666 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 42,309 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 42,147 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 42,043 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 42,021 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 41,970 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 41,901 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 41,764 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 41,505 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 41,448 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 41,399 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 40,886 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 39,702 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 39,253 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 39,252 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 38,638 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 35,719 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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R55 SPY is a 1998 Ferrari F355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 SPY, 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

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What year was R55 SPY registered?

R55 SPY is a 1998 Ferrari F355, first registered on 5 June 1998.

Is R55 SPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R55 SPY 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.

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