2017 Ferrari 488 — MOT failures & pass rate
1,896 MOT tests on the 2017 Ferrari 488 are in this dataset, and 98.0% of them passed. All cars of a similar age fail 12.5% of the time, so this is 10.6pp better than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in other defects, tyres and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — other defects (2.5%) and tyres (0.9%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are registration plates, headlamp aim and wipers — registration plates alone was recorded 53 times.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Other defects | 2.5% | 48 |
| 2 | Tyres | 0.9% | 18 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 0.5% | 10 |
| 4 | Visibility | 0.4% | 7 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 0.3% | 5 |
| 6 | Steering | 0.1% | 2 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registration plates | 53 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 10 |
| 3 | Wipers | 8 |
| 4 | Catalyst emissions | 3 |
| 5 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 2 |
| 6 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 2 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.8% | 91 |
| 2 | Visibility | 2.3% | 44 |
| 3 | Other defects | 0.9% | 17 |
| 4 | Suspension | 0.4% | 8 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.3% | 6 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.3% | 5 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 1,886 | 2.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 434 | 2.1% |
| 2022 | 374 | 1.1% |
| 2023 | 371 | 1.4% |
| 2024 | 359 | 3.6% |
| 2025 | 358 | 1.7% |
What to check before buying a 2017 488
On a 2017 488, other defects is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 2.5% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Other defects (2.5% of tests): Miscellaneous items not in the main categories. Typical repair: varies.
- Tyres (0.9% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Lighting & signalling (0.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2017 Ferrari 488s pass their MOT?
98.0% of the 1,896 2017 Ferrari 488 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 1.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2017 Ferrari 488?
Other defects, recorded in 2.5% of tests, followed by tyres (0.9%).
Methodology & source. Based on 1,896 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.