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THE 355S

1997 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

23,136 mi
Last recorded23,136 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2023
Typical for 1997 Ferrari F35531,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTHE 355S
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2023 23,136 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 23,072 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2022 23,070 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Both offside wheels have cracked wheel bolt inserts

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner side wall perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner side wall perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2021 22,585 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2021 22,575 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 22,387 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 22,028 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 21,119 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 20,745 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 20,706 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 20,062 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 19,832 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 19,700 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 19,445 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 19,102 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 17,491 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2007 16,994 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 16,550 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 15,481 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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THE 355S is a 1997 Ferrari F355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 THE 355S, 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 THE 355S?

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

What year was THE 355S registered?

THE 355S is a 1997 Ferrari F355, first registered on 30 May 1997.

Is THE 355S safe to buy?

The MOT history for THE 355S shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does THE 355S have outstanding finance?

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