Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 Maserati Levante D V6 Auto?

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 Levante D V6 Auto?

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 Levante D V6 Auto?

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 Levante D V6 Auto vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

28% 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 Levante D V6 Auto reliable?

Based on MOT data from 425 vehicles, the 2018 Maserati Levante D V6 Auto has a first-time MOT pass rate of 89.3%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2018 Maserati Levante D V6 Auto?

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 Levante D V6 Auto (2018)

425 real MOT outcomes analysed • 89.3% first-time pass rate

2018 Maserati Levante D V6 Auto

CarHunch analysed 425 real MOT records for the 2018 Maserati Levante D V6 Auto. 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. 425 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2018 Maserati Levante D V6 passes its MOT slightly above the UK average at 83.2%, which is reassuring, but the dangerous defect rate of 28% is a genuine concern—nearly three in ten examples have recorded a serious fault at some point, well above typical levels. This suggests electrical or structural issues are lurking in the model's design, and buyers should factor in potential repair costs before purchase.

At 40,857 miles median, these Levantes are running below average mileage for their age, yet they're still accumulating nearly 4.7 advisories per vehicle on average, pointing to premature wear in non-critical areas like suspension bushes or trim. If you're considering one, demand a full service history and a pre-purchase inspection focused on the electrical and cooling systems, where diesel engines in this platform commonly develop problems.

The 2018 Maserati Levante D V6 Auto has a decent first-time pass rate (89.3%), 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

89.3%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

28%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.63

Over 5.1 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

41k

Middle half: 32k–51k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 89.3% 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 4.7 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 425 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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Based on MOT data from 425 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 28% 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 1,583 Maserati Levante D V6 Auto vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 31.2%

494

Grey 26.6%

421

Blue 20.5%

324

White 16.6%

262

Red 2.9%

Green 1.6%

Yellow 0.6%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2018 Maserati Levante D V6 Auto 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.

40,857

typical

32,211

low mileage

51,170

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Maserati Levante D V6 Auto vehicles fall between 32,211 and 51,170 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 32,211 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.

✓ 32,211–51,170 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Maserati Levante D V6 Autos sit.

⚠ Over 69,079 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 Levante D V6 Auto — Still on the Road

Almost all 2018 Maserati Levante D V6 Autos are still on the road.

Strong survival — 337 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 94% 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

5.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.63

Avg failures per vehicle

4.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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