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BU53 LCV

2003 Maserati Spyder

Blue Petrol 4244cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

58,607 mi
Last recorded58,607 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Maserati Spyder35,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 LCV
MakeMaserati
ModelSpyder
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,244cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2025 58,607 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Apr 2025 58,604 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2014 58,576 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 56,924 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 54,823 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 52,382 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 47,563 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 41,322 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 36,719 miles

slight damage on nearside rear tyre outer sidewall

Fail 17 Dec 2007 36,719 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

slight damage on nearside rear tyre outer sidewall

Pass 22 Dec 2006 25,804 miles

How Reliable is the Maserati Spyder?

Based on 7,126 MOT tests across 477 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
1,120
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
477
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 168
Steering rack gaiter split 161
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 133
Headlamp aim too high 71
Headlamp aim too low 69
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BU53 LCV is a 2003 Maserati Spyder in Blue with a 4,244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Maserati Spyder models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 35,877 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Maserati Spyder fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU53 LCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Maserati Spyder typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 23 years old, this Maserati Spyder is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BU53 LCV registered?

BU53 LCV is a 2003 Maserati Spyder, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is BU53 LCV safe to buy?

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