2005 Maserati Coupe — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 579 MOT tests analysed for the 2005 Maserati Coupe, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes. Its pass rate of 85.3% was above the average for cars of a similar age (74.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 10.6% in the 90-120k group versus 0.0% in the 0-30k group.
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 | Catalyst emissions | 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
Before buying a 2005 Maserati Coupe, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 6.4% of tests for this year.
- 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 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.