Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2008 Maserati Granturismo?

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 2008 Maserati Granturismo?

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 2008 Maserati Granturismo?

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 2008 Maserati Granturismo vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

43% 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 2008 Maserati Granturismo reliable?

Based on MOT data from 440 vehicles, the 2008 Maserati Granturismo has a first-time MOT pass rate of 83.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2008 Maserati Granturismo?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2008 Maserati Granturismo are: Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (55% of vehicles), Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (54.6% of vehicles), Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (38% 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 2008 Maserati Granturismo?

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 Granturismo (2008)

440 real MOT outcomes analysed • 83.9% first-time pass rate

2008 Maserati Granturismo

CarHunch analysed 440 real MOT records for the 2008 Maserati Granturismo. 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. 440 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2008 Maserati GranTurismo passes its MOT first time in 83.9% of cases, which is just shy of the UK average at 80%, but the headline concern is that 42.7% of these cars have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above acceptable thresholds for a buyer. This suggests structural or safety issues are commonplace enough to warrant a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

With median mileage sitting at just under 38,000 miles for a 16-year-old car, these are relatively low-use examples, yet they average 2.63 failures and 12.4 advisories per test, pointing to age-related wear and neglect rather than hard miles. Luxury Italian sports cars demand consistent maintenance; if you're buying one, budget for immediate work on the advisories flagged and get an independent marque specialist to assess any historical dangerous defects before committing.

The 2008 Maserati Granturismo has a decent first-time pass rate (83.9%), 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

83.9%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

42.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

2.63

Over 14.9 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

38k

Middle half: 27k–50k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 12.4 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 440 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 440 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 55%

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Rear 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.

Other issues 32.1%

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay · Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Brake wear 23.8%

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements · Rear 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.

Suspension & steering 17.6%

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded · Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

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

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2008.

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Before you buy a 2008 Maserati Granturismo

Based on MOT data from 440 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 42.7% 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

Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,199 Maserati Granturismo vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 33.3%

733

Black 32.5%

715

Blue 16.1%

353

White 9.8%

215

Red 6.3%

139

Silver 0.9%

Yellow 0.5%

Multi-colour 0.5%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2008 Maserati Granturismo 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.

37,963

typical

26,737

low mileage

49,545

high mileage

Half of all 2008 Maserati Granturismo vehicles fall between 26,737 and 49,545 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 26,737 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.

✓ 26,737–49,545 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2008 Maserati Granturismos sit.

⚠ Over 66,885 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2008 Maserati Granturismo — Still on the Road

Most 2008 Maserati Granturismos are still being driven.

287 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 76% 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

14.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

2.63

Avg failures per vehicle

12.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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