2005 Maserati Coupe — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 579 MOT tests, the 2005 Maserati Coupe recorded an 85.3% pass rate. All cars of a similar age fail 27.6% of the time, so this is 12.9pp better than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (6.4%) and suspension (4.2%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, steering rack and coil spring — headlamp aim alone was recorded 32 times.
A 90-120k example is materially riskier than a 0-30k one: 10.6% versus 0.0%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 16.1% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 6.4% | 37 |
| 2 | Suspension | 4.2% | 24 |
| 3 | Brakes | 4.0% | 23 |
| 4 | Steering | 3.6% | 21 |
| 5 | Tyres | 3.1% | 18 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 1.6% | 9 |
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 | 32 |
| 2 | Steering rack | 20 |
| 3 | Coil spring | 14 |
| 4 | Rbt (sp) | 11 |
| 5 | Rigid brake pipes | 8 |
| 6 | Registration plates | 6 |
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 | 16.1% | 93 |
| 2 | Brakes | 11.2% | 65 |
| 3 | Tyres | 10.5% | 61 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 5.7% | 33 |
| 5 | Steering | 4.3% | 25 |
| 6 | Other defects | 3.6% | 21 |
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 | 37 | 0.0% |
| 30-60k | 261 | 15.3% |
| 60-90k | 226 | 16.8% |
| 90-120k | 47 | 10.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 124 | 16.1% |
| 2022 | 112 | 10.7% |
| 2023 | 113 | 11.5% |
| 2024 | 113 | 18.6% |
| 2025 | 117 | 16.2% |
What to check before buying a 2005 Coupe
On a 2005 Coupe, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 6.4% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (6.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (4.2% 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 (4.0% 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.
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 2005 Maserati Coupes pass their MOT?
85.3% of the 579 2005 Maserati Coupe MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 14.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2005 Maserati Coupe?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 6.4% of tests, followed by suspension (4.2%).
Does the 2005 Coupe get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 0.0% in the 0-30k band to 10.6% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 579 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.