Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Maserati Quattroporte?

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 2016 Maserati Quattroporte?

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 2016 Maserati Quattroporte?

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 2016 Maserati Quattroporte vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

42% 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 2016 Maserati Quattroporte reliable?

Based on MOT data from 140 vehicles, the 2016 Maserati Quattroporte has a first-time MOT pass rate of 87.3%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2016 Maserati Quattroporte?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Maserati Quattroporte are: Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (42.1% of vehicles), Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (41.8% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (27.5% 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 2016 Maserati Quattroporte?

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 Quattroporte (2016)

140 real MOT outcomes analysed • 87.3% first-time pass rate

2016 Maserati Quattroporte

CarHunch analysed 140 real MOT records for the 2016 Maserati Quattroporte. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2016 Quattroporte passes its MOT first time at 87.3%, which is comfortably above the UK average of 80% — a solid result. However, 42.1% of these cars have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is substantially higher than typical and should weigh heavily on any buyer's decision.

At just over 37,000 miles on the clock, these Quattroportes are lightly used for their age, yet they average 1.07 failures and 6.4 advisories per test, suggesting mechanical complexity and wear issues emerge even at modest mileage. Get a thorough pre-purchase inspection focused on brake systems and suspension components, as these are likely where the dangerous defects are concentrated.

We have limited data for the 2016 Maserati Quattroporte — 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

87.3%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

42.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.07

Over 7.5 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

37k

Middle half: 26k–48k

For context

These stats describe 140 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 140 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 42.1%

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside 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 27.5%

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 5.9%

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION · Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Based on MOT data from 140 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 42.1% 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 (73%)	102	86.6%	1.14

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Maserati Quattroporte 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.

37,062

typical

25,687

low mileage

48,254

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Maserati Quattroporte vehicles fall between 25,687 and 48,254 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 25,687 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.

✓ 25,687–48,254 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Maserati Quattroportes sit.

⚠ Over 65,142 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Maserati Quattroporte — Still on the Road

Almost all 2016 Maserati Quattroportes are still on the road.

Strong survival — 114 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 90% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2018–2025.
* 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

7.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.07

Avg failures per vehicle

6.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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