At a Glance
The Maserati Ghibli Mk3 has 4 identified problems that occur more often than the UK average, with Tyre condition being the most reported. Tyres & Wheels is the most common MOT failure category. The most serious issue flagged is Tyre condition, rated as dangerous. Based on 21K MOT tests from DVSA data.
Problems are patterns in the DVSA data that occur significantly more often on this model than the UK average — confirmed at 99% statistical confidence. Read how we calculate MOT pass rates and problems →
Below: the full MOT-data picture for the Maserati Ghibli Mk3 — MOT pass rate vs the UK average, common problems vs UK fleet patterns, the most likely MOT failures by frequency, fault occurrence by mileage band, and pass/fail trends. All numbers drawn from DVSA records.
Maserati Ghibli Mk3 MOT Pass Rate
Across 21K MOT tests from DVSA data, the Maserati Ghibli Mk3 (2013–2023) has a fail rate of 16.6%.
UK average fail rate (2013–2023): 33.3%
Common Maserati Ghibli Mk3 Problems
Owner-submitted reports plus patterns we've identified across 559 million UK MOT tests. Each MOT-derived item below — whether tagged as a Problem, Wear & Tear or Consumable — shows up noticeably more often on this generation than across the UK fleet, which is why it's here. Owner reports are pinned to the top by default; use the sort and filter pills below to view a specific tier or change the order.
Tyre condition
620
occurrences
Wiper blades deteriorated
529
occurrences
Tyre pressure monitoring system fault
147
occurrences
Compression ignition emissions above threshold
109
occurrences
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Problems by mileage
Common problems, MOT failures and advisories on the Maserati Ghibli Mk3, grouped by the mileage they typically appear at.
198 distinct problems · 20,634 total occurrences in current filter
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common Maserati Ghibli Mk3 problems?
Based on DVSA MOT data for the Maserati Ghibli Mk3 (2013–2023), we have identified 4 common problems. The most frequently reported is "Tyre condition". Tyres & Wheels is the most common MOT failure category.
How reliable is the Maserati Ghibli Mk3?
This generation has 21K MOT tests on record with a 16.6% fail rate. A fault is flagged as a "Common Problem" only when it occurs significantly more often on this model than the UK average, confirmed at 99% statistical confidence.
What commonly fails the MOT on a Maserati Ghibli Mk3?
There are 118 distinct MOT failure types recorded for the Mk3 (2013–2023), grouped by the mileage these failures typically occur. See the Common MOT Failures section on this page.
Can I report a problem with my Maserati Ghibli Mk3?
Yes — use the "Tell Us About Your Problem" form on this page. Your report helps other Maserati Ghibli owners spot problems early. All submissions are reviewed before being added to the public database.
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