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2018 Ferrari 488 3.9L Petrol · YV18 AUM

YV18 AUM

2018 Ferrari 488 (3.9L, petrol). First registered 27 Jun 2018. MOT valid until 26 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.

Make & Model
FERRARI 488
Year / Origin
2018 · Beverley / Hull
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 26 Jun 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
Recorded Mileage
—
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 3.9L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 26 Jun 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Mar 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
3902cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle maintains an exemplary roadworthiness status, evidenced by a clean record of consecutive passes over the last five years. The most recent test on 9 June 2026 at 5,339 miles returned no defects or advisories, indicating a stable and highly maintained condition. This consistency suggests the car has been stored in a controlled environment and maintained without the typical degradation seen in more neglected vehicles. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 667 miles per year. Between May 2022 at 3,314 miles and June 2026 at 5,339 miles, the car covered only 2,025 miles. This low usage frequency implies minimal wear on the drivetrain, engine, and suspension components. However, the long intervals between tests indicate that the vehicle sits for extended periods, which can sometimes lead to specific issues related to rubber-based components rather than mechanical wear. Given the lack of recorded mechanical faults or structural advisories, a physical inspection should focus on the specific risks of low-mileage storage. A buyer must check for flat spotting on the tyres, potential cracking in rubber suspension bushes, and degradation of brake fluid. Because the brakes are rarely used heavily, the brake discs may develop surface corrosion or the calipers may seize from inactivity. The engine seals should also be inspected for signs of weeping that occur when a vehicle does not reach optimal operating temperatures regularly.
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YV18 AUM Key Findings

  • No MOT test records found for this registration
  • MOT valid until 26/06/2027
  • Taxed until 01/03/2027

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MOT Status

No MOT history available

No MOT test records were found for this registration. DVSA’s digital archive only covers tests from 2005, so a vehicle that has not been tested since then may legitimately have no visible history.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
73
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

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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SALVAGE & AUCTION

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IMPORTED RECORD

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SCRAPPED RECORD

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CERTIFICATE OF DESTRUCTION

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V5C LOGBOOK & KEEPERS

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MOT Status

No MOT history available

No MOT test records were found for this registration. DVSA’s digital archive only covers tests from 2005, so a vehicle that has not been tested since then may legitimately have no visible history.

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