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SDZ 355

1997 Ferrari F355

Blue Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

53,624 mi
Last recorded53,624 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Ferrari F35531,311 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDZ 355
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 53,624 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 51,184 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 51,183 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 51,179 miles
Fail 28 May 2019 51,175 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 50,416 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 50,409 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2014 50,313 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 48,594 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 47,568 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 45,325 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 45,948 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 42,168 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 41,490 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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SDZ 355 is a 1997 Ferrari F355 in Blue with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 SDZ 355, 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

How do I check the history of SDZ 355?

You can check the full history of SDZ 355 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SDZ 355 registered?

SDZ 355 is a 1997 Ferrari F355, first registered on 19 June 1997.

Is SDZ 355 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDZ 355 shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SDZ 355 have outstanding finance?

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