2018 Ferrari 488 3.9L Petrol · RO55 ARB
2018 Ferrari 488 (3.9L, petrol). First registered 07/07/2018. Recorded mileage 9,198 miles. MOT valid until 10/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- FERRARI 488
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10/01/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 9,198 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.
RO55 ARB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/01/2026
- 9,198 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: Good
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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RO55 ARB Mileage History
- 07/01/20226,691 mi
- 11/01/20238,171 mi+1,480 mi
- 19/12/20238,834 mi+663 mi
- 06/01/20259,089 mi+255 mi
- 08/01/20269,198 mi+109 mi
Average of roughly 626 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RO55 ARB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Ferrari 488 (RO55 ARB) between January 2022 and January 2026.
The record contains 5 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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