2015 Maserati Grancabrio — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 317 MOT tests analysed for the 2015 Maserati Grancabrio, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and suspension. Its pass rate of 86.8% was above the average for cars of a similar age (84.3%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 8.2% | 26 |
| 2 | Brakes | 4.1% | 13 |
| 3 | Suspension | 3.1% | 10 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.5% | 8 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 1.3% | 4 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.9% | 3 |
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 | 14 |
| 2 | Wipers | 8 |
| 3 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 7 |
| 4 | Service brake performance | 7 |
| 5 | Coil spring | 6 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 5 |
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 | 21.4% | 68 |
| 2 | Suspension | 4.7% | 15 |
| 3 | Brakes | 3.8% | 12 |
| 4 | Other defects | 3.5% | 11 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.3% | 4 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.9% | 3 |
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 | 222 | 10.8% |
| 30-60k | 84 | 16.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 64 | 12.5% |
| 2022 | 63 | 9.5% |
| 2023 | 63 | 12.7% |
| 2024 | 72 | 20.8% |
| 2025 | 55 | 9.1% |
What to check before buying a 2015 Grancabrio
Before buying a 2015 Maserati Grancabrio, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 8.2% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (8.2% 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.
- Brakes (4.1% 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.
- Suspension (3.1% 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.
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 2015 Maserati Grancabrios pass their MOT?
86.8% of the 317 2015 Maserati Grancabrio MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 13.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2015 Maserati Grancabrio?
Tyres, recorded in 8.2% of tests, followed by brakes (4.1%).
Does the 2015 Grancabrio get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 10.8% in the 0-30k band to 16.7% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 317 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.