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R775 VDB

1997 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

36,127 mi
Last recorded36,127 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Ferrari F35531,311 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ferrari
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR775 VDB
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 36,127 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 35,712 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 34,862 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 34,797 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 33,441 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 33,388 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2019 33,340 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 33,020 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 32,699 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 32,100 miles

oil leak from engine

very slight play in o/s front track arm

Pass 12 May 2015 30,438 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 29,214 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 28,543 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 27,843 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 26,554 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 25,388 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 24,656 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 24,076 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 22,458 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 21,544 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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R775 VDB is a 1997 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 1997 Ferrari F355 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 31,311 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 R775 VDB, 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 R775 VDB registered?

R775 VDB is a 1997 Ferrari F355, first registered on 5 September 1997.

Is R775 VDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R775 VDB 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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