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D557 MEA

1987 Maserati Biturbo

Red Petrol 2491cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

75,759 mi
Last recorded75,759 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 1987 Maserati Biturbo44,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD557 MEA
MakeMaserati
ModelBiturbo
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,491cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 75,759 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 73,794 miles

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play drumstick (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play drumstick (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 71,771 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 71,609 miles

Slight wear in steering drum stick joints

Fail 11 Jun 2020 71,609 miles

Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Slight wear in steering drum stick joints

Pass 7 Dec 2018 70,233 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 70,140 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 70,094 miles

How Reliable is the Maserati Biturbo?

Based on 843 MOT tests across 133 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
322
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
133
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 52
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 38
position lamp(s) not working 30
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 29
Stop lamp not working 28
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D557 MEA is a 1987 Maserati Biturbo in Red with a 2,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1987 Maserati Biturbo models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 44,003 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Maserati Biturbo fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D557 MEA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Maserati Biturbo typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 39 years old, this Maserati Biturbo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D557 MEA registered?

D557 MEA is a 1987 Maserati Biturbo, first registered on 14 April 1987.

Is D557 MEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D557 MEA shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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