2007 Maserati Gransport — MOT failures & pass rate
342 MOT tests on the 2007 Maserati Gransport are in this dataset, and 88.6% of them passed. That is 15.5 percentage points better than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 26.9%. Failures cluster in steering, brakes and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — steering (3.2%) and brakes (3.2%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are steering rack, rbt (sp) and headlamp aim — steering rack alone was recorded 9 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 8.6% in the 0-30k band and 15.6% in the 60-90k band, a 6.9-point spread.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 12.3% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 8.1% of tests failed in 2021 against 14.3% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Steering | 3.2% | 11 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.2% | 11 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.6% | 9 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 2.3% | 8 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.8% | 6 |
| 6 | Suspension | 1.8% | 6 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Steering rack | 9 |
| 2 | Rbt (sp) | 7 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 6 |
| 4 | Wipers | 6 |
| 5 | Catalyst emissions | 5 |
| 6 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 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 | 12.3% | 42 |
| 2 | Suspension | 10.2% | 35 |
| 3 | Brakes | 10.2% | 35 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 4.1% | 14 |
| 5 | Other defects | 4.1% | 14 |
| 6 | Steering | 3.8% | 13 |
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 | 104 | 8.6% |
| 30-60k | 188 | 11.7% |
| 60-90k | 45 | 15.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 74 | 8.1% |
| 2022 | 71 | 11.3% |
| 2023 | 67 | 13.4% |
| 2024 | 60 | 10.0% |
| 2025 | 70 | 14.3% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Gransport
On a 2007 Gransport, steering is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 3.2% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Steering (3.2% of tests): Play, leaks or worn track rod ends — affects handling and is a safety item. Typical repair: £150–£500.
- Brakes (3.2% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (2.6% 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 2007 Maserati Gransports pass their MOT?
88.6% of the 342 2007 Maserati Gransport MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 11.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Maserati Gransport?
Steering, recorded in 3.2% of tests, followed by brakes (3.2%).
Does the 2007 Gransport get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.6% in the 0-30k band to 15.6% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 342 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.