488 M private number plate
Sold-price history for 488 M, verified auction and sale records collected by Plate Circle.
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Sales history
- 24 Nov 2016DVLA Auction£15,500Hammer priceEstimated total paid by the buyer, including fees: £20,088
Plate history
This plate's journey, as recorded by DVLA, DVSA, and the Plate Circle community.
- On a blue Ferrari 488to now
Based on daily checks of DVSA MOT records since 13 Jul 2026. "Likely on retention" means no vehicle showed this plate; it could also be on a new, SORN or exempt vehicle. Not an official DVLA record.
About private number plate 488 M
488 M is a dateless UK private registration. The four-character format, consisting of three numbers followed by one letter, is compact and visually appealing. Its number-first layout is a characteristic of earlier registration styles, maintaining a clean, timeless look.
This registration has a strong motoring angle, directly mirroring the "488" designation of the Ferrari 488 supercar. This makes it a potentially exciting prospect for owners or enthusiasts of this particular model, offering a clear and direct connection to the vehicle itself.
The registration has a verified history of sales, having been released to the open market via DVLA auction in 2016. It sold for £15,500 (hammer price). With auction fees, the estimated total paid by the buyer was £20,088. The number 488, while not the lowest possible, offers a decent numerical value for purchasers looking for a three-digit series. The single letter 'M' also functions as an initial, potentially appealing to individuals whose surname or a significant name begins with this letter.
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- Is 488 M for sale?
- Not currently. 488 M previously sold for £20,088 (see Sales history above). Follow to be notified if a listing is added.
- What type of plate is 488 M?
- 488 M is a dateless private number plate with a format of three numbers followed by one letter.
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- Yes. Use Follow This Plate above to be notified when new sightings, listings, sales history or community updates are added.
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