2014 Maserati Ghibli 3.0L Petrol · BGZ 2161

The vehicle presents a fluctuating roadworthiness profile, moving from a period of significant failures to a recent clean pass. While the most recent test on 28 July 2026 passed with no defects, it followed a critical failure just one day prior. The tester recorded a dangerous defect regarding both the nearside and offside rear tyres having depths below the legal 1.6mm limit. This indicates a lack of pre-inspection diligence regarding basic safety consumable items, despite the issue being immediately rectified. At 80,927 miles, the 2014 Maserati has averaged approximately 6,744 miles per year over its twelve-year life. This usage level is consistent with its age, but the record reveals specific mechanical wear coinciding with the 2025 testing period. In May 2025, the vehicle failed multiple times due to major parking brake efficiency issues and excessive wear on the offside front lower suspension arm bush. The presence of play in the nearside lower suspension arm ball joint at that time suggests concerns regarding the front end assembly. The mechanical history highlights a trend of wear in the steering and braking systems. The May 2025 tests flagged damaged track rod end ball joint dust covers, which persisted as minor defects into the June 2025 test. While the parking brake and suspension bushes were addressed following the May failures, the advisory regarding undertrays preventing a full underside inspection remains a persistent factor. A buyer should verify the structural integrity of the chassis for hidden corrosion, as the tester could not access these areas due to the protective shielding.