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S512 FVE

1998 Ferrari 550

Blue Petrol 5474cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

10,087 mi
Last recorded10,087 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Ferrari 55032,897 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS512 FVE
MakeFerrari
Model550
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,474cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 10,087 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 10,086 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 10,073 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 10,014 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 9,972 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 9,968 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 9,926 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2018 9,902 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 9,888 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 9,877 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 9,870 miles

Front Brake hose bulging under pressure both (3.6.B.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 9,867 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 9,673 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 9,413 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 9,387 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 9,382 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 8,684 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 8,104 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 6,946 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 5,744 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 3,864 miles

How Reliable is the Ferrari 550?

Based on 5,882 MOT tests across 391 vehicles.

90.6%
Pass Rate
546
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
391
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 50
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 37
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 35
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 27
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23
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S512 FVE is a 1998 Ferrari 550 in Blue with a 5,474cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1998 Ferrari 550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 32,897 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ferrari 550 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S512 FVE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ferrari 550 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Ferrari 550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S512 FVE?

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What year was S512 FVE registered?

S512 FVE is a 1998 Ferrari 550, first registered on 27 October 1998.

Is S512 FVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for S512 FVE shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S512 FVE have outstanding finance?

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