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L555 FER

1996 Ferrari F355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests25 (23 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate92%

Mileage

44,062 mi
Last recorded44,062 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Ferrari F35531,029 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL555 FER
MakeFerrari
ModelF355
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

23 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 44,062 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 43,871 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 43,408 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 42,856 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside & offside rear tyres perishing inner side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 41,554 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 41,403 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 41,241 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 40,969 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 40,616 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 40,324 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 40,031 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 39,729 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 39,424 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 39,039 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 37,928 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 37,926 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 36,062 miles

handbrake light does not go out.

Pass 18 Mar 2009 34,354 miles

Oil leak

paint layers coming off nearside rear wheel

paint layers coming off offside rear wheel

Fail 18 Mar 2009 34,353 miles

Front registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

paint layers coming off nearside rear wheel

paint layers coming off offside rear wheel

Pass 4 Sep 2008 32,470 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 32,116 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 30,375 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 30,375 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 27,117 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 27,100 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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L555 FER is a 1996 Ferrari F355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92%.

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 L555 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

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What year was L555 FER registered?

L555 FER is a 1996 Ferrari F355, first registered on 29 March 1996.

Is L555 FER safe to buy?

The MOT history for L555 FER shows 25 tests with a 92% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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