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E505 NOW

1988 Maserati Biturbo

Red Petrol 2491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2023
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

88,066 mi
Last recorded88,066 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2022
Typical for 1988 Maserati Biturbo51,546 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE505 NOW
MakeMaserati
ModelBiturbo
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,491cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2022 88,066 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2022 88,021 miles

Offside Rear Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 87,636 miles

Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer headlamp mask fitted

Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2020 86,991 miles

Front HEADLAMP MASKS FITTED

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER SILL REAR SECTION (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Oct 2019 86,889 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure cable tie holding exhaust (6.1.2 (a))

Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both sides behind headlight panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 86,194 miles

Slight play in o/s steering rack end

Surface corrosion to brake pipes

Both front suspension springs corroded

General surface corrosion underside

O/s rear tyre wear on edge

Pass 20 Oct 2016 86,051 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 20 Oct 2016 86,051 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 85,935 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 85,875 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 85,687 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 74,799 miles

Slight misting on n/s/f shockabsorber. Slight play found in o/s of steering rack.

Pass 4 Apr 2007 74,204 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Oil leak

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

front chassis leg damaged by jacked on

offside rear wishbone arm slightlt damaged by jacked on

power steering pipes damp

side sill covers fitted

Fail 3 Apr 2007 74,204 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Sub-frame locating pin retaining device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Oil leak

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

front chassis legs damaged by jacking on

offside rear wishone arm slightly damaged by jacked on

power steering pipes damp

side sill covers fitted

Fail 30 Sep 2006 74,200 miles

Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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E505 NOW is a 1988 Maserati Biturbo in Red with a 2,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 E505 NOW, 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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E505 NOW is a 1988 Maserati Biturbo, first registered on 3 June 1988.

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