Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2004 Maserati Coupe?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2004 Maserati Coupe?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2004 Maserati Coupe?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2004 Maserati Coupe vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

27% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2004 Maserati Coupe reliable?

Based on MOT data from 275 vehicles, the 2004 Maserati Coupe has a first-time MOT pass rate of 82.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2004 Maserati Coupe?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2004 Maserati Coupe are: Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (54.8% of vehicles), Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (52.4% of vehicles), Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (36.4% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2004 Maserati Coupe?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Maserati Coupe (2004)

275 real MOT outcomes analysed • 82.9% first-time pass rate

2004 Maserati Coupe

CarHunch analysed 275 real MOT records for the 2004 Maserati Coupe. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2004 Maserati Coupe passes its MOT first time at 82.9%, slightly above the UK average of 80%, but the concerning headline is that 27.3% of these cars have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above acceptable thresholds and a genuine buyer warning sign. You're looking at a car that needs close inspection before purchase.

These Coupes average just 43,254 miles, which is unusually low for a 20-year-old and suggests many are cherished weekend cars rather than daily drivers—but that low mileage doesn't reflect the true maintenance burden. The average car racks up 3.13 failures and 14.6 advisories per test, indicating ongoing mechanical issues beyond cosmetic wear, so budget for regular specialist servicing and have any potential purchase fully inspected by a Maserati-familiar technician.

We have limited data for the 2004 Maserati Coupe — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

82.9%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

27.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.13

Over 16.9 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

43k

Middle half: 32k–54k

For context

These stats describe 275 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 275 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 54.8%

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 36.4%

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements · Parking brake lever has little reserve travel · Parking brake lever has no reserve travel · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Suspension & steering 14.5%

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split · Offside Steering rack gaiter split

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Other issues 12.5%

Oil leak, but not excessive

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2004.

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Before you buy a 2004 Maserati Coupe

Based on MOT data from 275 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 27.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 985 Maserati Coupe vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 32.1%

316

Grey 27.6%

272

Black 18.6%

183

Silver 7.7%

Red 7.3%

Green 5.5%

Yellow 0.7%

White 0.5%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2004 Maserati Coupe vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

43,254

typical

31,690

low mileage

53,816

high mileage

Half of all 2004 Maserati Coupe vehicles fall between 31,690 and 53,816 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 31,690 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 31,690–53,816 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2004 Maserati Coupes sit.

⚠ Over 72,651 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2004 Maserati Coupe — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 69% of 2004 Maserati Coupes are still active.

138 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 69% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

16.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.13

Avg failures per vehicle

14.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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