Maserati Gransport MOT pass rate & common failures
The Maserati Gransport appears in 782 MOT tests spanning model years 2004–2020, and 86.3% of them passed. All cars of a similar age fail 26.8% of the time, so this is 13.1pp better than the group it competes with. Its most common failure areas are lighting & signalling, brakes and steering.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (5.0%) and brakes (3.3%) 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 rbt (sp) — headlamp aim alone was recorded 33 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 6.8% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 18.0% once past 60-90k — 2.7× the risk.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 10.5% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 11.9% of tests failed in 2021 against 14.8% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
By model year
Every Gransport model year with a usable sample. Years with their own detailed report are linked.
| Year | Tests | Pass rate | Fail rate | Most common failure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 76 | 93.4% | 6.6% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2006 | 263 | 83.3% | 16.7% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2007 | 342 | 88.6% | 11.4% | Steering |
| 2008 | 44 | 86.4% | 13.6% | Tyres |
Most common failures (all years)
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 5.0% | 39 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.3% | 26 |
| 3 | Steering | 2.9% | 23 |
| 4 | Suspension | 2.3% | 18 |
| 5 | Tyres | 2.3% | 18 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 2.2% | 17 |
| 7 | Visibility | 1.1% | 9 |
| 8 | Seat belts & restraints | 1.0% | 8 |
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 | 33 |
| 2 | Steering rack | 22 |
| 3 | Rbt (sp) | 14 |
| 4 | Catalyst emissions | 11 |
| 5 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 11 |
| 6 | Coil spring | 9 |
| 7 | SRS malfunction indicator lamp | 8 |
| 8 | Switch | 8 |
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 | 10.5% | 82 |
| 2 | Suspension | 9.3% | 73 |
| 3 | Brakes | 9.1% | 71 |
| 4 | Other defects | 3.5% | 27 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 2.7% | 21 |
| 6 | Steering | 2.3% | 18 |
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 | 207 | 6.8% |
| 30-60k | 426 | 15.0% |
| 60-90k | 122 | 18.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 168 | 11.9% |
| 2022 | 159 | 11.3% |
| 2023 | 159 | 15.1% |
| 2024 | 147 | 15.7% |
| 2025 | 149 | 14.8% |
What to check before buying a Maserati Gransport
- Lighting & signalling (5.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (3.3% 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.
- Steering (2.9% of tests): Play, leaks or worn track rod ends — affects handling and is a safety item. Typical repair: £150–£500.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Maserati Gransport?
86.3% of the 782 Maserati Gransport MOT tests in this dataset passed, a 13.7% fail rate, across model years 2004–2020.
What does the Maserati Gransport most often fail its MOT on?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 5.0% of tests, then brakes (3.3%).
How much does mileage affect Gransport MOT results?
Fail rates run at 6.8% for cars in the 0-30k band and 18.0% for 60-90k, a 11.3-point difference.
Methodology & source. Based on 782 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.