2000 Maserati 3200Gt — MOT failures & pass rate
478 MOT tests on the 2000 Maserati 3200Gt are in this dataset, and 84.7% of them passed. All cars of a similar age fail 26.6% of the time, so this is 11.3pp better than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in suspension, brakes and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — suspension (8.0%) and brakes (6.7%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, rbt (sp) and ball joint — headlamp aim alone was recorded 25 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 12.4% of 30-60k cars fail, rising to 21.1% once past 90-120k.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 30.1% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 13.6% of tests failed in 2021 against 18.3% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 8.0% | 38 |
| 2 | Brakes | 6.7% | 32 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 5.7% | 27 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.9% | 14 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 2.7% | 13 |
| 6 | Steering | 2.3% | 11 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 25 |
| 2 | Rbt (sp) | 17 |
| 3 | Ball joint | 14 |
| 4 | Catalyst emissions | 10 |
| 5 | Wipers | 9 |
| 6 | Washers | 9 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 30.1% | 144 |
| 2 | Brakes | 20.3% | 97 |
| 3 | Tyres | 17.4% | 83 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 6.5% | 31 |
| 5 | Other defects | 5.4% | 26 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 5.2% | 25 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 194 | 12.4% |
| 60-90k | 172 | 18.0% |
| 90-120k | 76 | 21.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 110 | 13.6% |
| 2022 | 106 | 16.0% |
| 2023 | 94 | 11.7% |
| 2024 | 86 | 17.4% |
| 2025 | 82 | 18.3% |
What to check before buying a 2000 3200Gt
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: suspension accounted for 8.0% of tests. Start there.
- Suspension (8.0% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Brakes (6.7% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Lighting & signalling (5.7% 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 2000 Maserati 3200Gts pass their MOT?
84.7% of the 478 2000 Maserati 3200Gt MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 15.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2000 Maserati 3200Gt?
Suspension, recorded in 8.0% of tests, followed by brakes (6.7%).
Does the 2000 3200Gt get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 12.4% in the 30-60k band to 21.1% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 478 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.