Maserati Grancabrio MOT pass rate and common problems
87.0% of 1,434 Maserati Grancabrio MOT tests pass.
At 87.0%, the Grancabrio passes slightly less often than the average across all Maserati models (88.8%).
The Maserati Grancabrio passes its MOT 87.0% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate eases gradually with age, from 91.3% at 3–6 years to 85.6% at 10–15 years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | 91.3% | 150 | 12,516 miles |
| 6–10 years | 87.4% | 581 | 26,927 miles |
| 10–15 years | 85.6% | 703 | 31,461 miles |
| 15+ years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Maserati Grancabrio
The most common reason the Maserati Grancabrio fails its MOT is tyres — present in 60.3% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has ply or cords exposed".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 60.3% | Has ply or cords exposed |
| Brakes | 35.2% | Efficiency below requirements |
| Suspension | 24.1% | Fractured or broken |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 17.1% | Too high |
| Visibility | 11.6% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Identification of the vehicle | 7.0% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 3.0% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Road Wheels | 1.5% | Fractured |
| Body, chassis, structure | 0.5% | Fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. |
Buying a used Maserati Grancabrio: what to check
These checks follow the Maserati Grancabrio’s own MOT record: the areas it fails on most often, and how that changes as the car gets older. None of them replaces a mechanic’s inspection, but they tell you where to look first.
The biggest drop in pass rate for the Maserati Grancabrio comes between 3–6 years and 6–10 years old, from 91.3% to 87.4%. If you are looking at one in or just past that range, read its MOT history closely.
By mileage, the steepest fall is from 0–30,000 mi to 30,000–60,000 mi: 88.5% down to 85.5%. Mileage matters as well as age, so compare the car’s recorded mileages with its year.
1. Tyres
Recorded in 60.3% of failed Maserati Grancabrio MOTs.
Check tread depth across the whole width of every tyre, including the inner edge. Uneven wear can point to alignment or suspension problems. Look for cuts and bulges in the sidewalls.
2. Brakes
Recorded in 35.2% of failed Maserati Grancabrio MOTs. 7.1% of tests at 10–15 years failed on brakes, against 1.3% at 3–6 years.
On the test drive, the car should stop straight without pulling or juddering, and the handbrake should hold it on a slope. Look through the wheels for scored or heavily lipped discs.
3. Suspension
Recorded in 24.1% of failed Maserati Grancabrio MOTs. 5.2% of tests at 6–10 years failed on suspension, against 2.0% at 3–6 years.
Listen for knocks over bumps and speed humps, and check the car sits level. Push down on each corner: it should settle rather than keep bouncing.
4. Lights and electrics
Recorded in 17.1% of failed Maserati Grancabrio MOTs.
Walk round with the lights on: headlights (dipped and main), indicators, brake lights, fog light and number-plate lamp. Check the dashboard warning lights come on with the ignition, then go out once the engine starts.
5. Windscreen and wipers
Recorded in 11.6% of failed Maserati Grancabrio MOTs. Rare on young cars, but 2.1% of tests at 10–15 years failed on windscreen and wipers.
Look for windscreen chips and cracks in the driver’s line of sight, and check the wipers clear the screen and the washers work.
Check the car’s own MOT history. Averages describe the model, not the car in front of you. Look up its registration for past failures, advisories that were never fixed, and gaps or dips in the recorded mileage.
Ask for the service history. Invoices show what was done and when; a stamp alone shows less. See how to check Maserati service history and what a service history check can tell you.
Related Maserati models
- Maserati Ghibli — 88.8% pass rate
- Maserati Levante — 91.5% pass rate
- Maserati Granturismo — 88.4% pass rate
- Maserati Quattroporte — 86.7% pass rate
- Maserati Levante Gransport — 92.3% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Maserati Grancabrio?
- 87.0% of Maserati Grancabrio MOT tests pass, based on 1,434 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Maserati Grancabrio?
- The most common reason the Maserati Grancabrio fails its MOT is tyres — present in 60.3% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has ply or cords exposed".
- What are the common problems with the Maserati Grancabrio?
- Going by its MOT results, the most common problem areas on the Maserati Grancabrio are tyres; brakes; suspension.
- What should I check when buying a used Maserati Grancabrio?
- Start with the areas it most often fails its MOT on: tyres; brakes; suspension; lights and electrics; windscreen and wipers. Then check the specific car's MOT history by registration for failures, advisories and mileage, and ask the seller for service invoices.
- Does this show the Maserati Grancabrio's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the Maserati service history guide for how to check and keep one.