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M888 SPY

2003 Maserati Spyder

Blue Petrol 4244cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,223 mi
Last recorded59,223 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Maserati Spyder35,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM888 SPY
MakeMaserati
ModelSpyder
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,244cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 59,223 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Parkbrake cable casing heavily corroded/crcking (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 58,890 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Heavily corroded casing (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2023 58,429 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 57,797 miles

Brake cable damaged but not to excess both outer cables coroded (1.1.15 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated handle loose (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Both rear track control rods slightly twisted

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 May 2022 57,795 miles

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged At N/S fouling hand brake cable (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Brake cable damaged but not to excess both outer cables coroded (1.1.15 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported at N/S (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated handle loose (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Both rear track control rods slightly twisted

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 57,681 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside rear suspension arm dust cover deteriorated

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside rear suspension arm dust cover deteriorated

Fail 16 Aug 2021 57,679 miles

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

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside rear suspension arm dust cover deteriorated

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside rear suspension arm dust cover deteriorated

Pass 13 Jul 2017 54,180 miles

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

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

both front tyres wearing low on edges

Pass 9 Jul 2016 49,316 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 49,310 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 42,052 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 40,303 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 38,808 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 37,129 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 37,109 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Jan 2011 32,577 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 27,394 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 23,041 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 18,863 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 14,585 miles

How Reliable is the Maserati Spyder?

Based on 7,126 MOT tests across 477 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
1,120
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
477
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 168
Steering rack gaiter split 161
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 133
Headlamp aim too high 71
Headlamp aim too low 69
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M888 SPY is a 2003 Maserati Spyder in Blue with a 4,244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Maserati Spyder models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 35,877 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 Spyder fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M888 SPY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Maserati Spyder typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 23 years old, this Maserati Spyder is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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M888 SPY is a 2003 Maserati Spyder, first registered on 3 January 2003.

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