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17 CS

1996 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,445 mi
Last recorded46,445 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Ferrari F35531,029 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration17 CS
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 17 Jul 2025 46,445 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 43,589 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 41,123 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 38,401 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 35,062 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 32,107 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 30,811 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 29,492 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 28,988 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 28,284 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 25,117 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 24,706 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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17 CS is a 1996 Ferrari F355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Ferrari F355 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 31,029 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 17 CS, 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 30 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 17 CS?

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What year was 17 CS registered?

17 CS is a 1996 Ferrari F355, first registered on 29 March 1996.

Is 17 CS safe to buy?

The MOT history for 17 CS shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 17 CS have outstanding finance?

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