Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 Maserati Ghibli?

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 2018 Maserati Ghibli?

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 2018 Maserati Ghibli?

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 2018 Maserati Ghibli vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

33% 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 2018 Maserati Ghibli reliable?

Based on MOT data from 339 vehicles, the 2018 Maserati Ghibli has a first-time MOT pass rate of 88.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2018 Maserati Ghibli?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2018 Maserati Ghibli are: Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (41.7% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (41.3% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (29.5% 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 2018 Maserati Ghibli?

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 Ghibli (2018)

339 real MOT outcomes analysed • 88.2% first-time pass rate

2018 Maserati Ghibli

CarHunch analysed 339 real MOT records for the 2018 Maserati Ghibli. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 339 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2018 Maserati Ghibli passes its MOT on first attempt 88.2% of the time, which is solidly above the UK average of 80%, but the concerning detail is that nearly one in three of these cars (32.7%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a significant red flag for any prospective buyer. Petrol and diesel variants perform almost identically, both around 88% pass rate, so fuel choice won't be the deciding factor here.

At 35,952 miles median mileage, these cars are running light for their age, which explains the relatively strong pass rate and low average of 0.77 failures per test. However, the high advisory rate of 4.1 per vehicle suggests wear and minor issues are accumulating beneath the surface—typical for a premium Italian sports saloon. Before purchasing, have a pre-buy inspection done specifically around the suspension, cooling system, and electrical components, as these tend to be where the advisories cluster on this model.

The 2018 Maserati Ghibli has a decent first-time pass rate (88.2%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ 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

88.2%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

32.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.77

Over 5.6 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

36k

Middle half: 28k–49k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 88.2% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 4.1 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 339 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 339 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 41.7%

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

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

Brake wear 28.5%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · …

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

Other issues 8.7%

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Based on MOT data from 339 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 32.7% 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

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (63%)	215	88.1%	0.78
Petrol (37%)	124	88.4%	0.75

Colour Breakdown

Based on 3,982 Maserati Ghibli vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 26.8%

1,066

Black 26.1%

1,040

Grey 21.1%

841

White 15.3%

611

Red 6.5%

257

Brown 1%

Green 0.8%

Yellow 0.8%

Silver 0.7%

Bronze 0.7%

Maroon 0.2%

Gold 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2018 Maserati Ghibli 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.

35,952

typical

27,887

low mileage

48,931

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Maserati Ghibli vehicles fall between 27,887 and 48,931 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 27,887 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.

✓ 27,887–48,931 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Maserati Ghiblis sit.

⚠ Over 66,056 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2018 Maserati Ghibli — Still on the Road

Almost all 2018 Maserati Ghiblis are still on the road.

Strong survival — 305 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 98% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.

MOT History Averages

5.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.77

Avg failures per vehicle

4.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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