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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Maserati Ghibli. Check any Ghibli by registration number below.

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88.9%

Avg Pass Rate

+0.9%

vs Maserati Avg

11

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Maserati Ghibli — MOT Reliability Overview

The Maserati Ghibli has an average MOT pass rate of 88.9%, which is 0.9 percentage points above the Maserati brand average of 88.0%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Ghibli is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Maserati Ghibli fails its MOT are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre cords visible or damaged, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements. If you are preparing your Ghibli for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Maserati Ghibli, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Maserati Ghibli performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 35 vehicles

100.0%Excellent
Maserati average: 88.0%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Mileage at 3yr

25k mi

2020

Based on 240 vehicles

82.5%Good
Maserati average: 88.0%
Dangerous Defects

6.3%

Retest Rate

24.1%

Mileage at 3yr

38k mi

Mileage at 5yr

65k mi

2019

Based on 652 vehicles

91.1%Excellent
Maserati average: 88.0%
Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

5.7%

Mileage at 3yr

48k mi

Mileage at 5yr

61k mi

2018

Based on 1,040 vehicles

88.1%Excellent
Maserati average: 88.0%
Dangerous Defects

4.7%

Retest Rate

10.8%

Mileage at 5yr

61k mi

2017

Based on 1,618 vehicles

88.1%Excellent
Maserati average: 88.0%
Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

11.9%

Mileage at 5yr

63k mi

2016

Based on 2,622 vehicles

87.1%Excellent
Maserati average: 88.0%
Dangerous Defects

3.8%

Retest Rate

13.9%

2015

Based on 2,558 vehicles

86.9%Excellent
Maserati average: 88.0%
Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

13.4%

Mileage at 10yr

97k mi

2014

Based on 2,240 vehicles

88.0%Excellent
Maserati average: 88.0%
Dangerous Defects

3.3%

Retest Rate

10.9%

Mileage at 10yr

115k mi

1999

Based on 47 vehicles

80.9%Good
Maserati average: 88.0%
Dangerous Defects

5.1%

Retest Rate

10.3%

1997

Based on 71 vehicles

98.6%Excellent
Maserati average: 88.0%
Dangerous Defects

1.8%

0

Based on 3,859 vehicles

86.1%Excellent
Maserati average: 88.0%
Mileage at 5yr

52k mi

Top MOT Failures — Maserati Ghibli

The most common reasons a Maserati Ghibli fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

3.1%
2

A tyre cords visible or damaged

1.5%
3

Number plate does not conform to the specified requirements

1.2%
4

a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm

0.9%
5

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

0.9%

Maserati Ghibli — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Maserati Ghibli MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Maserati Ghibli?
The average MOT pass rate for the Maserati Ghibli is 88.9% compared to the Maserati average of 88.0%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Maserati Ghibli?
The most common MOT failures on the Maserati Ghibli are: Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (3.1%), A tyre cords visible or damaged (1.5%), Number plate does not conform to the specified requirements (1.2%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Maserati Ghibli reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 88.9%, the Maserati Ghibli is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Maserati Ghibli?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Maserati Ghibli?
Typical mileage for the Maserati Ghibli: 25,367 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Ghibli to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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