2017 Maserati Ghibli — MOT failures & pass rate
2,763 MOT tests on the 2017 Maserati Ghibli are in this dataset, and 87.9% of them passed. Executive cars of a similar age fail at 11.6%, so the 2017 Ghibli sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
Tyres dominates the failure mix at 7.6% of all tests — 5.0 points clear of visibility, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are tread depth, wipers and headlamp aim — tread depth alone was recorded 174 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 9.3% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 15.0% once past 90-120k.
Split by fuel, diesel examples fail 2.4pp more often than petrol ones (12.9% vs 10.5%) — worth weighing if you have a choice.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 24.7% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 7.6% | 209 |
| 2 | Visibility | 2.5% | 70 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.3% | 63 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.8% | 50 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 1.4% | 38 |
| 6 | Suspension | 1.1% | 31 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 174 |
| 2 | Wipers | 69 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 46 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 41 |
| 5 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 36 |
| 6 | Registration plates | 25 |
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 | 24.7% | 682 |
| 2 | Brakes | 14.8% | 409 |
| 3 | Other defects | 3.4% | 93 |
| 4 | Suspension | 2.2% | 60 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.1% | 58 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 1.7% | 47 |
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 | 730 | 9.3% |
| 30-60k | 1,485 | 13.0% |
| 60-90k | 460 | 13.3% |
| 90-120k | 80 | 15.0% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 1,888 | 12.9% |
| Petrol | 875 | 10.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 563 | 11.2% |
| 2022 | 555 | 11.7% |
| 2023 | 560 | 13.0% |
| 2024 | 554 | 12.4% |
| 2025 | 531 | 12.2% |
What to check before buying a 2017 Ghibli
On a 2017 Ghibli, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 7.6% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (7.6% 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.
- Visibility (2.5% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Lighting & signalling (2.3% 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 Maserati Ghiblis pass their MOT?
87.9% of the 2,763 2017 Maserati Ghibli MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 12.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2017 Maserati Ghibli?
Tyres, recorded in 7.6% of tests, followed by visibility (2.5%).
Does the 2017 Ghibli get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.3% in the 0-30k band to 15.0% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,763 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.