Used buying checklist
Maserati Granturismo reliability, common problems and used buying checks
A used Maserati Granturismo looks better than average for reliability in UK MOT data: 13.8% of 2,076 tests failed, compared with 18.7% across all indexed models. A good example should have a clean MOT history for corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, and lights and electrical.
It can be, if the exact car has a clean history for corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, and lights and electrical.
Start with corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, and lights and electrical, then compare the car's mileage and recall record below.
Sources used: DVSA MOT tests (Apr 2026); vehicle recalls (Apr 2026); MOT fault wording (May 2025). MOT data does not capture every reliability issue, especially intermittent engine, gearbox or infotainment faults that do not appear during the test.
- 13.8% MOT failure rate
- Median tested mileage 39,065 miles
- 286 failed MOT tests analysed
Corrosion and structure is the clearest area to check
Corrosion and structure is the clearest named problem area in this model's MOT history (8.3 MOT notes per 100 tests). Example MOT phrases from this area include corroded and seriously weakened, ferrule excessively corroded, and corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened.
Example MOT phrases to search in the car's history:
- corroded and seriously weakened
- ferrule excessively corroded
- corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened
- prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength
- ball joint excessively worn
- ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt
- across an axle
- Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- for LED or HID headlamp inoperative
- inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources
Focus on corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, and lights and electrical
The model's recorded failure rate is 13.8%, -4.9 percentage points compared with the average across all models. Use the seller questions below to check whether repeat MOT notes have actually been repaired.
- MOT tests analysed2,076 tests
- Median tested mileage39,065 miles
- Failed MOT tests286
Should you buy a used Maserati Granturismo?
86.2% of the MOT tests we analysed for this model passed. The model's recorded failure rate is 13.8%, -4.9 percentage points compared with the average across all models. This is a buying brief for the exact car in front of you: clean repeat history matters more than badge reputation.
- Repeat unresolved MOT notes for corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, and lights and electrical
- corrosion and structure appearing across more than one MOT
- Any dangerous MOT failure on the exact car, especially if the same area appears again later
- No paperwork showing applicable recall work has been completed
- A seller who cannot explain MOT wording such as "corroded and seriously weakened"
It can be, if the exact car has a clean history for corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, and lights and electrical.
Start with corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, and lights and electrical, then compare the car's mileage and recall record below.
Corrosion and structure is the clearest named problem area in the MOT history (8.3 MOT notes per 100 tests). These counts are issue notes, not failure rates, because a single MOT can list several faults.
Past 100k miles on the Maserati Granturismo, MOT records most often point to suspension and steering, emissions, engine, and exhaust, and windscreen, wipers, and mirrors.
The MOT failure rate rises from 0.0% at 0-3 years to 17.2% at 15+ years. Compare the car with the nearest age range before treating a fault as normal wear or a warning sign. The average MOT failure rate across all models in the same dataset is 18.7%.
Start with corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, lights and electrical, and windscreen, wipers, and mirrors. The checklist on this page explains why each area is being recommended, what to inspect, and what to ask the seller.
6 relevant recall notices appear for this model. Treat them as safety checks to verify for the exact car, not as normal MOT wear.
What should I check first?
Start with corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, lights and electrical, and windscreen, wipers, and mirrors. The checklist on this page explains why each area is being recommended, what to inspect, and what to ask the seller. Each item shows whether it comes from MOT results, recall notices, or a standard used-car check.
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Corrosion and structure Seen in MOT results
Corrosion and structure is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (8.3 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Inspect sills, subframes, mounting points, arches, and underside corrosion advisories.
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Suspension and steering Seen in MOT results
Suspension and steering is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (5.1 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Listen for knocks, check uneven tyre wear, and inspect steering play.
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Lights and electrical Seen in MOT results
Lights and electrical is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (3.9 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Check every lamp, warning light, horn, battery condition, and dashboard messages.
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Windscreen, wipers, and mirrors Seen in MOT results
Windscreen, wipers, and mirrors is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (3.6 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Check windscreen damage, wiper operation, washers, mirrors, and demisting.
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Emissions, engine, and exhaust Seen in MOT results
Emissions, engine, and exhaust is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (2.8 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Check warning lights, smoke, exhaust leaks, recent emissions failures, and service history.
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Tyres and wheels Seen in MOT results
Tyres and wheels is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (1.9 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Check tyre age, tread depth, sidewall damage, wheel condition, and alignment wear.
What changes with mileage?
Past 100k miles on the Maserati Granturismo, MOT records most often point to suspension and steering, emissions, engine, and exhaust, and windscreen, wipers, and mirrors.
Common MOT problem areas
Common faults: what usually fails on this model?
Corrosion and structure is the clearest named problem area in the MOT history (8.3 MOT notes per 100 tests). These counts are issue notes, not failure rates, because a single MOT can list several faults.
Recall-related areas to verify
Official recall areas
Manufacturer recall notices for the Maserati Granturismo mainly involve 5 areas: mixed recall notices, tyres and wheels, seatbelts and safety systems, and brakes. Treat each as something to verify on the specific car you are viewing; the recall table below shows the official notice text.
Mileage and age checks
Mileage changes: what starts showing up after high mileage?
Past 100k miles on the Maserati Granturismo, MOT records most often point to suspension and steering, emissions, engine, and exhaust, and windscreen, wipers, and mirrors. On lower-mileage cars, the most common named areas are corrosion and structure, lights and electrical, and windscreen, wipers, and mirrors.
| Mileage range | Tests | Vehicles | Failure rate (vs all models) | Median mileage |
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| 0-50k | 1,410 | 1,219 | 11.7%+0.9 percentage points vs all models | 30,415 miles |
| 50-100k | 628 | 515 | 18.1%-2.6 percentage points vs all models | 61,893 miles |
| 100-150k | 28 | 21 | 21.4%-4.8 percentage points vs all models | 106,265 miles |
| 150-200k | 1 | 1 | 100.0%+72.7 percentage points vs all models | 163,768 miles |
Problem areas by mileage
Past 100k miles on the Maserati Granturismo, MOT records most often point to suspension and steering, emissions, engine, and exhaust, and windscreen, wipers, and mirrors.
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Fair comparisons: is this problem normal for its age?
The MOT failure rate rises from 0.0% at 0-3 years to 17.2% at 15+ years. Compare the car with the nearest age range before treating a fault as normal wear or a warning sign. The average MOT failure rate across all models in the same dataset is 18.7%. The highest failure rate by age is 17.2% for 15+ years cars, based on 383 tests.
| Age range | Tests | Vehicles | Failure rate (vs all models) | Median age |
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| 0-3 years 2023–2026 reg. |
8 | 8 | 0.0%-8.4 percentage points vs all models | 2.9 years |
| 3-6 years 2020–2023 reg. |
226 | 190 | 11.9%+1.4 percentage points vs all models | 5.0 years |
| 6-10 years 2016–2020 reg. |
459 | 402 | 11.3%-5.3 percentage points vs all models | 8.4 years |
| 10-15 years 2011–2016 reg. |
1,000 | 841 | 14.1%-9.4 percentage points vs all models | 12.9 years |
| 15+ years pre-2011 reg. |
383 | 318 | 17.2%-8.7 percentage points vs all models | 15.4 years |
Recall records and data freshness
Recall context: are there safety notices to know about?
6 relevant recall notices appear for this model. Treat them as safety checks to verify for the exact car, not as normal MOT wear.
| 2019-07-05 | INTERNAL MALFUNCTION OF THE CONTROL UNIT Internal malfunction of the air bag control unit Replacement of the air bag control unit |
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| 2015-11-16 | RIGHT HAND DOOR MAY OPEN UNEXPECTEDLY Insufficient heat treatment may have been applied to the ratchet in the right hand door latch mechanism which may cause the Right Hand door to open inadvertently during driving and/or in an accident. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the right hand door latch assembly. |
| 2013-05-20 | LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL The protection on the treaded portion of the tie-rod may not be to the manufacturer's specification. If the owner continues to use the vehicle in this condition it can result in damage occurring on the threaded portion of the tie-rod and may cause loss of control of the vehicle. Recall all the affected vehicles and replace both tie-rods with quality assured items. |
| 2012-10-22 | INCORRECT WARNING LIGHTS MAY BE DISPLAYED It is possible that due to an internal issue within the ECU of the Tyre Pressure Management System (TPMS) an incorrect warning to the driver could appear on the instrument panel even when there is not an issue with the tyre pressures on the vehicle. This could cause the driver to panic and take avoiding action when it is not required. In extreme circumstances this could cause a safety risk to the occupants of the vehicle. Recall affected vehicles to check the ECU. If found to be one of the affected components it will be replaced with a new unit. |
| 2012-02-08 | REAR SIDE/BRAKE LIGHTS MAY FAIL Due to a non-conformance with the outer tail light assembly it is possible the rear brake and/or the brake light may not operate. If this happens other drivers will be unaware the vehicle is intending to turn or stop and the rear lights will not be illuminated at night. Affected vehicles will be recalled to have the tail light assembly checked. Where necessary the outer tail light will be replaced. |
| 2011-10-03 | REAR WHEELS MAY LOCK UP internal breakage inside the gearbox may cause the rear wheels to lock up. Replace gearbox |
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Sources used: DVSA MOT tests (Apr 2026); vehicle recalls (Apr 2026); MOT fault wording (May 2025). These are patterns from many MOT tests and recall notices. They help you decide what to inspect and what to ask; they do not certify the condition of one specific car.