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Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto reliable? We analysed 1,205 real MOT tests across 110 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,205 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
86.6%
Typical Mileage
21,811mi
Annual Mileage
1,559mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
15yrs

The Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto.

Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

85.9%
2013
86.8%
2012
88.4%
2011

Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 12
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 10

Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 12

Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
822 mi/yr
Typical
1,559 mi/yr
Average
2,542 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,954 mi/yr

Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2013 512 85.9% 15,238 21,472 30,083
2012 590 86.8% 14,173 21,928 30,862
2011 69 88.4% 13,770 19,027 26,848

How Long Does a Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto Last?

Based on 110 Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
11.9 years
Median
12.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
15 years

Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
21,811 mi
75th Percentile
30,867 mi
95th Percentile
50,147 mi
Max Recorded
112,824 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2011

88.4% MOT pass rate from 69 tests

Year to avoid
2013

85.9% MOT pass rate from 512 tests

The best year to buy a used Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.4% across 69 tests. The 2013 model year has the lowest pass rate at 85.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto THIS CAR 86.6% 1,205 21,811 mi 15 yrs
Maserati Ghibli 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
Ford S-max Titanium Sport TDCI Auto 90.6% 628 75,060 mi — yrs

Compared to the Maserati Ghibli (84.8% pass rate) and the Maserati Granturismo (84.2% pass rate), the Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto?

The Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.6% across 1,205 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common failure point is tyre has ply or cords exposed with 12 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.

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 Grancabrio Sport Auto 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 Grancabrio Sport Auto owner drives around 1,559 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 Grancabrio Sport Auto models stay on UK roads for around 15 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.

Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto reliable?
Based on 1,205 MOT tests, the Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto has a 86.6% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto?
The most common failure point is tyre has ply or cords exposed.
How many miles does a Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto do per year?
The typical Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto does around 1,559 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto last?
Most Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto models stay on UK roads for around 15 years based on our analysis of 110 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto is 2011 with a 88.4% pass rate across 69 tests.