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L257 WAV

1994 Ferrari 456

Black Petrol 5474cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

99,868 mi
Last recorded99,868 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1994 Ferrari 45647,048 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL257 WAV
MakeFerrari
Model456
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,474cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 99,868 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 98,089 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 96,689 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 96,371 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

fuel pipe at rear damp

Pass 6 Apr 2016 93,625 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 93,055 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 91,377 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 89,347 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 88,580 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 83,532 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 2 May 2007 79,822 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 79,050 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 11 May 2006 79,050 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

headlamp masks/converters fitted

How Reliable is the Ferrari 456?

Based on 3,905 MOT tests across 307 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
603
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 130
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 73
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 57
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 47
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 41
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L257 WAV is a 1994 Ferrari 456 in Black with a 5,474cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1994 Ferrari 456 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 47,048 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ferrari 456 fails its MOT is shock absorber has a serious fluid leak, accounting for 130 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L257 WAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ferrari 456 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 32 years old, this Ferrari 456 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L257 WAV registered?

L257 WAV is a 1994 Ferrari 456, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L257 WAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L257 WAV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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