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R374 YTF

1997 Ferrari 456

Silver Petrol 5474cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

37,987 mi
Last recorded37,987 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2022
Typical for 1997 Ferrari 45635,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR374 YTF
MakeFerrari
Model456
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,474cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 26 Oct 2022 37,987 miles

Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded all four corner ferrules perished (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front short steel pipes from flexi hoses to calipers (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

steel fuel pipes corroded at rear

Pass 9 Sep 2020 37,928 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 37,902 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 37,866 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2018 37,864 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 37,846 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 37,813 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 37,375 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 37,084 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

front brake hoses are very close to the springs.

n/s/f fog lamp is broken but not causing sharp edges.

Fail 13 Aug 2009 37,084 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

front brake hoses are very close to the springs.

n/s/f fog lamp is broken but not causing sharp edges.

Pass 20 Jun 2008 26,754 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008

All 4 tyres low on tread.

Corrosion forming on both sills.

Front anti roll bar rusty.

Front springs rusty.

Rear shocks weeeping.

Pass 15 Nov 2006 23,560 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 21,376 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2005 21,374 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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)

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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R374 YTF is a 1997 Ferrari 456 in Silver with a 5,474cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1997 Ferrari 456 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 35,464 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 456 fails its MOT is shock absorber has a serious fluid leak, accounting for 130 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R374 YTF, 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 29 years old, this Ferrari 456 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R374 YTF registered?

R374 YTF is a 1997 Ferrari 456, first registered on 21 October 1997.

Is R374 YTF safe to buy?

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