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SWH 49T

1979 Ferrari 308

Red Petrol 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

44,011 mi
Last recorded44,011 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2021
Typical for 1979 Ferrari 30841,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWH 49T
MakeFerrari
Model308
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2021 44,011 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 42,623 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 41,288 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 40,279 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 39,363 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 38,782 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 37,975 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 37,975 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 36,371 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 34,093 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 31,031 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 31,027 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Fail 19 Mar 2011 31,018 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2009 29,630 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 25,601 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 25,142 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 25,022 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 24,855 miles

How Reliable is the Ferrari 308?

Based on 8,624 MOT tests across 975 vehicles.

82.8%
Pass Rate
300
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
975
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 479
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 179
parking brake recording little or no effort 158
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 156
brake binding 143
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SWH 49T is a 1979 Ferrari 308 in Red with a 2,926cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1979 Ferrari 308 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 41,693 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ferrari 308 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 479 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SWH 49T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ferrari 308 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 47 years old, this Ferrari 308 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SWH 49T?

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What year was SWH 49T registered?

SWH 49T is a 1979 Ferrari 308, first registered on 7 June 1979.

Is SWH 49T safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWH 49T shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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