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E289 HAP

1988 Maserati Biturbo

Silver Petrol 2491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2025
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

55,157 mi
Last recorded55,157 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2024
Typical for 1988 Maserati Biturbo51,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE289 HAP
MakeMaserati
ModelBiturbo
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,491cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2024 55,157 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2024 55,157 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage around joints to rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 55,157 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 22 May 2023 55,157 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 55,157 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2020 55,157 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

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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E289 HAP is a 1988 Maserati Biturbo in Silver with a 2,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1988 Maserati Biturbo models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 51,546 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 E289 HAP, 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 38 years old, this Maserati Biturbo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E289 HAP registered?

E289 HAP is a 1988 Maserati Biturbo, first registered on 14 July 1988.

Is E289 HAP safe to buy?

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