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SVU 203W

1981 Ferrari 512

Red Petrol 4942cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2019
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

74,513 mi
Last recorded74,513 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVU 203W
MakeFerrari
Model512
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,942cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2018 74,513 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 74,513 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Jul 2018 74,510 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fuel cap/sealing device missing No sealing washer (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 73,844 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 73,010 miles

Offside rear brake binding.

How Reliable is the Ferrari 512?

Based on 1,689 MOT tests across 204 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
174
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
204
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 19
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 15
fog lamp not working 14
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 12
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11
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SVU 203W is a 1981 Ferrari 512 in Red with a 4,942cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a Ferrari 512 fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SVU 203W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ferrari 512 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 45 years old, this Ferrari 512 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SVU 203W?

You can check the full history of SVU 203W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SVU 203W registered?

SVU 203W is a 1981 Ferrari 512, first registered on 1 January 1981.

Is SVU 203W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVU 203W shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SVU 203W have outstanding finance?

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