2011 Maserati Granturismo — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 890 MOT tests analysed for the 2011 Maserati Granturismo, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, suspension and brakes. Its pass rate of 84.8% was above the average for cars of a similar age (78.1%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 15.4% in the 60-90k group versus 9.9% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 6.5% | 58 |
| 2 | Suspension | 4.2% | 37 |
| 3 | Brakes | 4.2% | 37 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 2.7% | 24 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.3% | 20 |
| 6 | Other defects | 1.5% | 13 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coil spring | 28 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 21 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 17 |
| 4 | Registration plates | 16 |
| 5 | Wipers | 15 |
| 6 | Parking brake performance | 14 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 16.1% | 143 |
| 2 | Brakes | 8.2% | 73 |
| 3 | Suspension | 7.2% | 64 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.4% | 21 |
| 5 | Other defects | 2.3% | 20 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 2.3% | 20 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 212 | 9.9% |
| 30-60k | 547 | 16.8% |
| 60-90k | 123 | 15.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 187 | 15.5% |
| 2022 | 178 | 12.4% |
| 2023 | 178 | 14.6% |
| 2024 | 165 | 16.4% |
| 2025 | 182 | 17.0% |
What to check before buying a 2011 Granturismo
Before buying a 2011 Maserati Granturismo, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 6.5% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (6.5% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Suspension (4.2% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Brakes (4.2% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2011 Maserati Granturismos pass their MOT?
84.8% of the 890 2011 Maserati Granturismo MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 15.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2011 Maserati Granturismo?
Tyres, recorded in 6.5% of tests, followed by suspension (4.2%).
Does the 2011 Granturismo get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.9% in the 0-30k band to 15.4% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 890 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.