2018 Maserati Levante V6 Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 392 MOT tests analysed for the 2018 Maserati Levante V6 Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and visibility. Its pass rate of 92.6% was above the average for cars of a similar age (89.1%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.4% | 21 |
| 2 | Brakes | 2.3% | 9 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.3% | 5 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 0.8% | 3 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.3% | 1 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 14 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 10 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 5 |
| 4 | Wipers | 4 |
| 5 | Brake discs | 1 |
| 6 | Bonnet | 1 |
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 | 18.4% | 72 |
| 2 | Brakes | 11.0% | 43 |
| 3 | Visibility | 4.9% | 19 |
| 4 | Other defects | 4.1% | 16 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.8% | 3 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.3% | 1 |
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 | 203 | 7.4% |
| 30-60k | 167 | 8.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 75 | 4.0% |
| 2022 | 86 | 7.0% |
| 2023 | 76 | 5.3% |
| 2024 | 81 | 13.6% |
| 2025 | 74 | 6.8% |
What to check before buying a 2018 Levante V6 Auto
Before buying a 2018 Maserati Levante V6 Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.4% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.4% 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.
- Brakes (2.3% 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.
- Visibility (1.3% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
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 2018 Maserati Levante V6 Autos pass their MOT?
92.6% of the 392 2018 Maserati Levante V6 Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2018 Maserati Levante V6 Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 5.4% of tests, followed by brakes (2.3%).
Does the 2018 Levante V6 Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.4% in the 0-30k band to 8.4% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 392 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.