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TFY 37

1988 Ferrari Testarossa

Black Petrol 4942cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

37,668 mi
Last recorded37,668 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 1988 Ferrari Testarossa23,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFY 37
MakeFerrari
ModelTestarossa
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,942cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 37,668 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2025 37,668 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 37,626 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 37,519 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Feb 2014 37,381 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front and rear running gear rusty

o\s\n\s\r inner sills rusty

Pass 10 Jan 2013 36,921 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 36,153 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 35,663 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 34,728 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 33,834 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 30,711 miles

How Reliable is the Ferrari Testarossa?

Based on 4,775 MOT tests across 527 vehicles.

89.3%
Pass Rate
188
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
527
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 42
fog lamp not working 34
Brake hose bulging under pressure 23
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 22
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 22
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TFY 37 is a 1988 Ferrari Testarossa in Black with a 4,942cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1988 Ferrari Testarossa models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 23,413 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ferrari Testarossa fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TFY 37, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ferrari Testarossa typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 38 years old, this Ferrari Testarossa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TFY 37 registered?

TFY 37 is a 1988 Ferrari Testarossa, first registered on 1 January 1988.

Is TFY 37 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TFY 37 shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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