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R47 DKE

1997 Ferrari 355

Blue Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,119 mi
Last recorded14,119 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Ferrari 35530,323 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR47 DKE
MakeFerrari
Model355
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 13 May 2025 14,119 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 13,665 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 13,200 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 13,190 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 13,000 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 12,668 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 12,354 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 12,300 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 12,242 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 11,590 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 11,097 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 10,998 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 10,716 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 9,470 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 9,108 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 8,673 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 8,300 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 7,775 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 7,262 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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R47 DKE is a 1997 Ferrari 355 in Blue with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R47 DKE, 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

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What year was R47 DKE registered?

R47 DKE is a 1997 Ferrari 355, first registered on 3 August 1997.

Is R47 DKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R47 DKE shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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