2018 Ferrari 488 3.9L Petrol · OO02 STO
2018 Ferrari 488 (3.9L, petrol). First registered 01/05/2018. Recorded mileage 11,302 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- FERRARI 488
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Oxford
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08/05/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 11,302 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2018
- Engine
- 3902cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
OO02 STO Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/05/2025
- 11,302 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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OO02 STO Mileage History
- 29/04/20225,395 mi
- 09/05/20239,523 mi+4,128 mi
- 25/04/20249,628 mi+105 mi
- 06/05/202511,302 mi+1,674 mi
Average of roughly 1,956 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
OO02 STO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Ferrari 488 (OO02 STO) between April 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
Common Problems: FERRARI 488
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Turbocharger Seal Leaks(Serious)
In rare cases, the seals in the turbochargers can fail, leading to oil being pulled into the intake or exhaust.
- Turbo Wastegate Actuator Wear(Serious)
The electronically controlled wastegate actuators on the twin IHI turbochargers can develop wear in the linkage or internal motor, leading to inconsistent boost pressure, turbo flutter sounds, and eventual loss of power. Owners report a faint fan-like flutter from the rear air intakes as an early warning sign. Complete turbo failure can follow if left unaddressed, with replacement units costing around £10,000 each.
- Oil Consumption and Carbon Buildup(Moderate)
The twin-turbo V8 can develop higher-than-expected oil consumption as mileage increases, with owners reporting up to 1 litre per 1,500 miles under hard use. Additionally, carbon buildup on the direct-injection intake valves is a known issue, requiring periodic walnut blasting to restore performance and prevent misfires.
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