Maserati Ghibli Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Maserati Ghibli car check
Is the Maserati Ghibli reliable? We analysed 32,073 real MOT tests across 4,180 vehicles to find out.
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The Maserati Ghibli is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Maserati Ghibli.
Maserati Ghibli Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Maserati Ghibli. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Maserati Ghibli MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Maserati Ghibli to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Maserati Ghibli Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Maserati Ghibli models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Maserati Ghibli Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Maserati Ghibli owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Maserati Ghibli MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Maserati Ghibli year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 371 | 85.2% | 17,750 | 27,431 | 42,130 |
| 2019 | 1,096 | 85.9% | 19,378 | 30,627 | 43,858 |
| 2018 | 2,055 | 86.4% | 21,920 | 33,746 | 50,450 |
| 2017 | 3,938 | 86.7% | 26,216 | 38,467 | 53,896 |
| 2016 | 7,111 | 85.0% | 28,985 | 43,110 | 60,334 |
| 2015 | 7,878 | 84.7% | 30,225 | 45,263 | 64,893 |
| 2014 | 7,508 | 84.2% | 32,662 | 49,364 | 70,710 |
| 1999 | 218 | 82.6% | 37,713 | 53,538 | 79,068 |
| 1998 | 188 | 68.1% | 37,772 | 45,778 | 67,432 |
| 1997 | 458 | 90.8% | 41,090 | 58,212 | 78,295 |
| 1996 | 174 | 75.9% | 40,516 | 64,274 | 89,576 |
| 1995 | 244 | 70.9% | 46,898 | 63,908 | 85,660 |
| 1994 | 169 | 72.2% | 47,634 | 56,929 | 91,171 |
| 1972 | 60 | 78.3% | 17,452 | 18,058 | 33,421 |
| 1971 | 77 | 90.9% | 42,877 | 51,925 | 70,821 |
How Long Does a Maserati Ghibli Last?
Based on 4,180 Maserati Ghibli vehicles on UK roads.
Maserati Ghibli Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Maserati Ghibli MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Maserati Ghibli
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
90.9% MOT pass rate from 77 tests
68.1% MOT pass rate from 188 tests
The best year to buy a used Maserati Ghibli is 1971, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.9% across 77 tests. The 1998 model year has the lowest pass rate at 68.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Maserati Ghibli Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maserati Ghibli THIS CAR | 84.8% | 32,073 | 43,948 mi | 29 yrs |
| Maserati Granturismo | 84.2% | 27,851 | 32,032 mi | 19 yrs |
| Maserati Quattroporte | 80.3% | 25,403 | 45,413 mi | 27 yrs |
| Maserati Coupe | 81.3% | 16,344 | 43,944 mi | 24 yrs |
| Nissan 300 Zx | 70.3% | 30,576 | 95,480 mi | 42 yrs |
Compared to the Maserati Granturismo (84.2% pass rate) and the Maserati Quattroporte (80.3% pass rate), the Maserati Ghibli outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Maserati Ghibli has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.8% across 32,073 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Maserati Ghibli with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Maserati Ghibli owner drives around 5,296 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Maserati Ghibli models stay on UK roads for around 29 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.