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Ferrari 488 Spider MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Ferrari 488 Spider. Check any 488 Spider by registration number below.

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96.6%

Avg Pass Rate

+0.9%

vs Ferrari Avg

4

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Ferrari 488 Spider — MOT Reliability Overview

The Ferrari 488 Spider has an average MOT pass rate of 96.6%, which is 0.9 percentage points above the Ferrari brand average of 95.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 488 Spider is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Ferrari 488 Spider fails its MOT are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. If you are preparing your 488 Spider for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Ferrari 488 Spider, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Ferrari 488 Spider performs at MOT across different model years.

2018

Based on 306 vehicles

98.0%Excellent
Ferrari average: 95.7%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

1.9%

Mileage at 5yr

16k mi

2017

Based on 136 vehicles

100.0%Excellent
Ferrari average: 95.7%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

2016

Based on 33 vehicles

93.9%Excellent
Ferrari average: 95.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.8%

Retest Rate

7.7%

0

Based on 93 vehicles

94.6%Excellent
Ferrari average: 95.7%
Mileage at 5yr

8k mi

Top MOT Failures — Ferrari 488 Spider

The most common reasons a Ferrari 488 Spider fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

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The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

12.1%
Ferrari 488 Spider Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Offside

6.5%

Nearside

5.6%

Front

2.3%

Other Ferrari Models

Compare MOT reliability across Ferrari models.

Ferrari 512

77.4% pass rate

Ferrari 360

92.1% pass rate

Ferrari California

96.0% pass rate

Ferrari 599 Gto

100.0% pass rate

Ferrari Portofino S-a

98.2% pass rate

Ferrari Enzo

100.0% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Ferrari 488 Spider

Ferrari 488 Spider — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Ferrari 488 Spider MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Ferrari 488 Spider?
The average MOT pass rate for the Ferrari 488 Spider is 96.6% compared to the Ferrari average of 95.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Ferrari 488 Spider?
The most common MOT failures on the Ferrari 488 Spider are: The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (12.1%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Ferrari 488 Spider reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 96.6%, the Ferrari 488 Spider is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Ferrari 488 Spider?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Ferrari 488 Spider?
Typical mileage for the Ferrari 488 Spider: 16,134 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 488 Spider to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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