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F5 SSA

1997 Ferrari F355

Black Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

69,333 mi
Last recorded69,333 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2020
Typical for 1997 Ferrari F35531,311 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF5 SSA
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2020 69,333 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 19 Apr 2018 69,083 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 67,387 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 66,586 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 66,202 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 66,047 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 65,370 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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F5 SSA is a 1997 Ferrari F355 in Black with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F5 SSA, 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

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What year was F5 SSA registered?

F5 SSA is a 1997 Ferrari F355, first registered on 21 February 1997.

Is F5 SSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F5 SSA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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