2016 Maserati Quattroporte 3.0L Diesel · CGZ 1501

The Maserati Quattroporte presents a generally sound mechanical picture, with a maintenance trend that is stable but showing early signs of age-related wear. The most recent MOT, conducted on 17 February 2026 at 80,522 miles, passed with only a single advisory: a light oil misting on the nearside rear shock absorber. This is a minor seepage issue rather than a failure, but it warrants monitoring. The vehicle has not failed an MOT since February 2023, and the gap between advisories has been consistent, suggesting the car has been kept in reasonable order without any sudden deterioration in key safety systems. The mileage accumulation is broadly typical for a vehicle of this age. Between the February 2023 test at 47,230 miles and the January 2025 test at 62,655 miles, the car covered roughly 15,425 miles in just under two years, which is a noticeable uptick from the earlier average of around 5,000 miles per year. The most recent jump from 62,655 miles in January 2025 to 80,522 miles in February 2026 represents approximately 17,867 miles in just over twelve months, indicating significantly heavier recent use. This accelerated wear pattern means consumable components such as brake discs, pads, tyres, and suspension bushes are likely working harder than the age alone would suggest. The January 2025 test flagged both rear tyres worn close to legal limits and worn on the edges, which points to either sustained under-inflation, aggressive driving, or misaligned tracking. A buyer should inspect the current tyre condition carefully, paying particular attention to the inner and outer edges of the rear pair, and check whether a fresh set has been fitted since. The February 2023 failure for an offside headlamp aim fault and a defective nearside wiper blade were minor issues, but the wiper fault in particular suggests basic checks may have been overlooked at that time. The wiper blade should be tested for effective screen clearing, and the headlamp aim verified against a flat surface. The nearside rear shock absorber oil misting recorded in February 2026 is the most mechanically significant advisory on file. A light misting does not constitute an imminent failure, but it indicates the damper seal is beginning to degrade. Left unaddressed, this can progress to reduced damping efficiency, uneven tyre wear, and compromised ride quality. A buyer should have the rear suspension inspected on a ramp, checking for play in the lower wishbone bushes, droop links, and coil spring seats. Given the car's recent high-mileage use, the front suspension and brake components deserve equal scrutiny, particularly the condition of the brake discs and pads, which may be approaching replacement if the current rate of use continues.