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R942 UKV

1997 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

44,358 mi
Last recorded44,358 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Ferrari F35531,311 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR942 UKV
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 44,358 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 2 Jun 2026 44,314 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2021 44,161 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 43,450 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 42,927 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 42,673 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 42,034 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 41,523 miles

engine & under covers fitted

offside front tyre worn on inner edge & tyre cracking.

Pass 24 Jul 2015 40,862 miles

offside front tyre cracking

Pass 30 Jun 2014 40,052 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 39,014 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 38,312 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 37,070 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 35,686 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 34,202 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 32,156 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 31,810 miles

1,FRONT DISCS COOLING DUCTING TATTY. †2, BRAKE PAD WIRES DISCONNECTED.

3,N/S PARK LOW READING

Pass 9 Jun 2006 28,573 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 28,568 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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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R942 UKV is a 1997 Ferrari F355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 R942 UKV, 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 R942 UKV registered?

R942 UKV is a 1997 Ferrari F355, first registered on 21 October 1997.

Is R942 UKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R942 UKV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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