Maserati Granturismo MOT pass rate & common failures
The Maserati Granturismo appears in 10,244 MOT tests spanning model years 2006–2020, and 85.8% of them passed. Coupes & convertibles of a similar age fail 16.7% of the time, so this is 2.4pp better than the group it competes with. Its most common failure areas are tyres, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (6.0%) and suspension (4.0%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are coil spring, tread depth and wipers — coil spring alone was recorded 331 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 9.8% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 28.8% once past 120-150k — 2.9× the risk.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 19.5% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
By model year
Every Granturismo model year with a usable sample. Years with their own detailed report are linked.
| Year | Tests | Pass rate | Fail rate | Most common failure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 752 | 83.0% | 17.0% | Brakes |
| 2008 | 1,817 | 83.4% | 16.6% | Suspension |
| 2009 | 1,089 | 84.1% | 15.9% | Suspension |
| 2010 | 1,067 | 85.6% | 14.4% | Tyres |
| 2011 | 890 | 84.8% | 15.2% | Tyres |
| 2012 | 826 | 86.7% | 13.3% | Tyres |
| 2013 | 839 | 88.3% | 11.7% | Tyres |
| 2014 | 653 | 86.7% | 13.3% | Tyres |
| 2015 | 591 | 87.3% | 12.7% | Tyres |
| 2016 | 529 | 88.1% | 11.9% | Tyres |
| 2017 | 328 | 86.9% | 13.1% | Tyres |
| 2018 | 546 | 89.9% | 10.1% | Tyres |
| 2019 | 260 | 86.9% | 13.1% | Tyres |
| 2020 | 54 | 94.4% | 5.6% | Tyres |
Most common failures (all years)
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 6.0% | 614 |
| 2 | Suspension | 4.0% | 409 |
| 3 | Brakes | 4.0% | 408 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 3.0% | 307 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.7% | 277 |
| 6 | Other defects | 1.4% | 138 |
| 7 | Emissions & environmental | 0.6% | 66 |
| 8 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.4% | 45 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coil spring | 331 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 292 |
| 3 | Wipers | 217 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 209 |
| 5 | Rbt (sp) | 193 |
| 6 | Registration plates | 177 |
| 7 | Anti-lock braking system | 116 |
| 8 | Washers | 113 |
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 | 19.5% | 1,994 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.4% | 1,062 |
| 3 | Suspension | 8.9% | 914 |
| 4 | Other defects | 3.4% | 344 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.4% | 247 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 1.9% | 197 |
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 | 3,382 | 9.8% |
| 30-60k | 4,886 | 15.5% |
| 60-90k | 1,678 | 17.6% |
| 90-120k | 235 | 23.0% |
| 120-150k | 52 | 28.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,086 | 13.7% |
| 2022 | 2,102 | 13.7% |
| 2023 | 2,068 | 13.8% |
| 2024 | 2,003 | 15.4% |
| 2025 | 1,985 | 14.7% |
What to check before buying a Maserati Granturismo
- Tyres (6.0% 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.
- Suspension (4.0% 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
What is the MOT pass rate for the Maserati Granturismo?
85.8% of the 10,244 Maserati Granturismo MOT tests in this dataset passed, a 14.2% fail rate, across model years 2006–2020.
What does the Maserati Granturismo most often fail its MOT on?
Tyres, recorded in 6.0% of tests, then suspension (4.0%).
How much does mileage affect Granturismo MOT results?
Fail rates run at 9.8% for cars in the 0-30k band and 28.8% for 120-150k, a 19.0-point difference.
Methodology & source. Based on 10,244 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.