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J500 FER

1996 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

34,278 mi
Last recorded34,278 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 1996 Ferrari F35531,029 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ500 FER
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc
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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 34,278 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2024 33,634 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2024 33,626 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 33,322 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 33,226 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 32,976 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 32,929 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 32,750 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 32,625 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2018 32,620 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 32,371 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 32,078 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 31,854 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 31,558 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 31,160 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 30,642 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 30,047 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 29,466 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 28,895 miles

undertrays fitted

windscreen chipped

Fail 8 May 2009 28,891 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)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 May 2008 28,225 miles

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

airbag light on

Pass 2 May 2007 27,852 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 26,526 miles

front discs corroded and worn

movement in steering rack

rear brake hoses metal ends corroded

rear discs heavily corroded

sill trims fitted

slight oil leak

under trays fitted

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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J500 FER is a 1996 Ferrari F355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 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 J500 FER, 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 J500 FER?

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What year was J500 FER registered?

J500 FER is a 1996 Ferrari F355, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is J500 FER safe to buy?

The MOT history for J500 FER shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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