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XPB 490S

1978 Ferrari 512

Red Petrol 4942cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

55,829 mi
Last recorded55,829 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPB 490S
MakeFerrari
Model512
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,942cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2024 55,829 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 55,328 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 55,067 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 54,237 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 54,237 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 53,736 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 52,838 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 51,833 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 51,719 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 50,945 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 50,472 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2005 49,112 miles

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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XPB 490S is a 1978 Ferrari 512 in Red with a 4,942cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 XPB 490S, 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 48 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 XPB 490S?

You can check the full history of XPB 490S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XPB 490S registered?

XPB 490S is a 1978 Ferrari 512, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is XPB 490S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPB 490S shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XPB 490S have outstanding finance?

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