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P257 JMS

1997 Ferrari 355

Red Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

25,787 mi
Last recorded25,787 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Ferrari 35530,323 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP257 JMS
MakeFerrari
Model355
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc
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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 25,787 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 25,663 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 25,123 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 24,959 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 24,926 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 24,801 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 24,614 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 24,394 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 24,074 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 23,730 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 23,571 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 23,366 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 23,032 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 22,965 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 22,964 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2010 22,762 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 22,477 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 21,905 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 20,911 miles

How Reliable is the Ferrari 355?

Based on 1,544 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

90.3%
Pass Rate
358
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 31
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 23
parking brake recording little or no effort 19
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 16
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12
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P257 JMS is a 1997 Ferrari 355 in Red with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1997 Ferrari 355 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 30,323 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ferrari 355 fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P257 JMS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ferrari 355 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Ferrari 355 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P257 JMS?

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What year was P257 JMS registered?

P257 JMS is a 1997 Ferrari 355, first registered on 18 April 1997.

Is P257 JMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P257 JMS shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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