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S558 VPV

1998 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

20,015 mi
Last recorded20,015 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2023
Typical for 1998 Ferrari F35525,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS558 VPV
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2023 20,015 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 19,987 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 15 Dec 2021 19,987 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 13 Aug 2020 19,638 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2020 19,638 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 19,586 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 19,448 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 18,921 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 18,810 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 18,527 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 27 Jun 2016 18,525 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 18,115 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 16,613 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 16,612 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 16,054 miles

Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 May 2012 15,606 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 15,132 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 14,655 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 14,265 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 14,010 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 13,580 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 12,616 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 12,616 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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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S558 VPV is a 1998 Ferrari F355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S558 VPV, 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 S558 VPV registered?

S558 VPV is a 1998 Ferrari F355, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S558 VPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S558 VPV shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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