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B4 XDM

1996 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

45,751 mi
Last recorded45,751 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Ferrari F35531,029 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB4 XDM
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 45,751 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2025 45,702 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 44,291 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 42,956 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 41,757 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 41,136 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 40,373 miles

engine/under trays fitted

Pass 10 Jul 2018 37,853 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 37,401 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 35,713 miles

engine/under trays fitted

Fail 8 Jul 2016 35,710 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

engine/under trays fitted

Pass 24 Jun 2015 35,080 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jun 2014 33,659 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 May 2013 30,057 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 27,130 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Mar 2011 25,771 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 23,829 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 22,148 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2007 20,957 miles

approx 90% of testable item`s cover`d or hidden

Pass 27 Sep 2006 18,639 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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B4 XDM is a 1996 Ferrari F355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 B4 XDM, 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

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What year was B4 XDM registered?

B4 XDM is a 1996 Ferrari F355, first registered on 24 October 1996.

Is B4 XDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B4 XDM shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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