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R657 EPU

1997 Ferrari 550

Red Petrol 5474cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,802 mi
Last recorded55,802 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 Ferrari 55036,689 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR657 EPU
MakeFerrari
Model550
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,474cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2024 55,802 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 55,763 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 26 May 2021 55,657 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s connection block partially covered by undertray (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 55,428 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 55,273 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 55,248 miles

rear gearbox bushes minor wear

under trays fitted obscuring view of some suspension parts

Pass 18 Jun 2015 55,104 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 54,393 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 53,962 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Aug 2013 53,962 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

brake disc contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)

brake disc contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Nov 2010 108,791 miles

Slight warp in front brake discs

Unable to see front to rear brake and fuel pipes

Pass 19 Aug 2010 53,918 miles

Slight warp in front brake discs

Unable to see front to rear brake pipes and fuel lines

Fail 10 Aug 2010 53,918 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Slight warp in front brake discs

Unable to see front to rear brake pipes and fuel lines

Pass 9 Oct 2009 53,894 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 53,736 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 47,209 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 37,365 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2006 37,355 miles

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

How Reliable is the Ferrari 550?

Based on 5,882 MOT tests across 391 vehicles.

90.6%
Pass Rate
546
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
391
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 50
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 37
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 35
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 27
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23
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R657 EPU is a 1997 Ferrari 550 in Red with a 5,474cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Ferrari 550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 36,689 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 550 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R657 EPU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ferrari 550 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Ferrari 550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R657 EPU?

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What year was R657 EPU registered?

R657 EPU is a 1997 Ferrari 550, first registered on 13 November 1997.

Is R657 EPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R657 EPU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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