CarVerify

Free Car Check

FA08 GSV

2008 Maserati Quattroporte

Grey Petrol 4244cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

38,916 mi
Last recorded38,916 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Maserati Quattroporte45,730 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Maserati
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA08 GSV
MakeMaserati
ModelQuattroporte
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,244cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 38,916 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2025 37,509 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened INNER (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened INNER (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 35,834 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Feb 2024 35,833 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play outer (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Feb 2023 35,209 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 32,989 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 31,906 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2021 31,870 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade missing both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 30,703 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 28,551 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 27,208 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2018 27,208 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2017 25,723 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 24,485 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 23,887 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 15 Apr 2015 23,887 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 17,993 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Mar 2013 15,970 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Mar 2012 13,146 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Both Wiper blades split on corners

Both front tyres cracking/ageing and almost bald on inner edges

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Wipers smearing slightly

Pass 30 Mar 2012 13,146 miles

Both Wiper blades split on corners

Both front tyres cracking/ageing and almost bald on inner edges

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Wipers smearing slightly

Pass 31 Mar 2011 11,357 miles

How Reliable is the Maserati Quattroporte?

Based on 25,403 MOT tests across 2,105 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
3,031
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,105
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 639
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 553
Headlamp aim too low 300
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 254
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 246
Full Maserati Quattroporte reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FA08 GSV is a 2008 Maserati Quattroporte in Grey with a 4,244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2008 Maserati Quattroporte models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 45,730 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 Quattroporte fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 639 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FA08 GSV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Maserati Quattroporte typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 18 years old, this Maserati Quattroporte is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FA08 GSV?

You can check the full history of FA08 GSV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FA08 GSV registered?

FA08 GSV is a 2008 Maserati Quattroporte, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is FA08 GSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA08 GSV shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FA08 GSV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FA08 GSV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.