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E487 MPV

1988 Maserati Biturbo

Black Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

12,364 mi
Last recorded12,364 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 1988 Maserati Biturbo51,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE487 MPV
MakeMaserati
ModelBiturbo
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 12,364 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 1 Apr 2025 12,363 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Central Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 24 Apr 2024 12,273 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 15 Apr 2024 12,271 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 11,964 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jan 2021 11,964 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 10,914 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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E487 MPV is a 1988 Maserati Biturbo in Black with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 E487 MPV, 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 E487 MPV registered?

E487 MPV is a 1988 Maserati Biturbo, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is E487 MPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E487 MPV shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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