Maserati Quattroporte
From 2,826 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Pass rate by fuel type
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged and a tyre cords visible or damaged. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 67 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 67 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 52 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 46 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 37 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 26 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 24 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 23 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 19 |
| a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 19 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 17 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 43.9% of failures are serious: 36.7% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 7.3% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £78.
Maserati Quattroporte on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 9 scrapped or exported in the past year with only 3 newly registered, a net loss of 6.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 1,112 | 465 | +1 | -2 | -1 |
| 2025 Q2 | 1,117 | 461 | +0 | -6 | -6 |
| 2025 Q1 | 1,091 | 493 | +1 | -0 | +2 |
| 2024 Q4 | 1,106 | 476 | +1 | -1 | +0 |
| 2024 Q3 | 1,175 | 407 | +1 | -0 | +2 |
| 2024 Q2 | 1,184 | 396 | +1 | -6 | -5 |
| 2024 Q1 | 1,179 | 406 | +3 | -35 | -32 |
| 2023 Q4 | 1,188 | 429 | +1 | -6 | -5 |
7 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quattroporte Dv6 Auto | Diesel | 323 | 39% |
| Quattroporte S Auto | Petrol | 123 | 15% |
| Quattroporte Ab4 S-A | Petrol | 105 | 13% |
| Quattroporte Auto | Petrol | 82 | 10% |
| Quattroporte S V8 Auto | Petrol | 74 | 9% |
| Quattroporte Gts Auto | Petrol | 65 | 8% |
| Quattroporte Sp Gt Auto | Petrol | 53 | 6% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 94.2% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2017 | 91.1% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
| 2016 | 85.8% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2015 | 85.2% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
7 earlier years
| 2014 | 86.5% | a tyre cords visible or damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2010 | 92.6% | a tyre cords visible or damaged, an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2009 | 88.4% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2008 | 85% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2007 | 81.1% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2006 | 84.2% | a tyre seriously damaged, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2005 | 83.5% | a tyre cords visible or damaged, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Quattroportes tested had between 49,104 and 88,236 miles on the clock.
At 73,229 median miles, the Quattroporte has 0.019 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Maserati models
Common questions
What is the Maserati Quattroporte MOT pass rate?
The Maserati Quattroporte has a 86.2% MOT pass rate based on 2,826 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Maserati Quattroporte?
The most common MOT failure on the Maserati Quattroporte is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 67 failures. Other common issues include a tyre seriously damaged.
How many Maserati Quattroportes are on UK roads?
There are 1,112 Maserati Quattroportes currently licensed on UK roads, with 465 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Maserati Quattroporte at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Maserati Quattroporte is 73,229 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 49,104 and 88,236 miles.
Buying a used Quattroporte?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.