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D985 ELL

1987 Maserati Biturbo

Red Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2019
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,914 mi
Last recorded30,914 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2018
Typical for 1987 Maserati Biturbo44,003 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD985 ELL
MakeMaserati
ModelBiturbo
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2018 30,914 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 30,731 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 30,107 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 30,107 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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D985 ELL is a 1987 Maserati Biturbo in Red with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 D985 ELL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D985 ELL registered?

D985 ELL is a 1987 Maserati Biturbo, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D985 ELL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D985 ELL shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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