2017 Maserati Levante D V6 Auto 3.0L Diesel · 41 JR

Tyre wear and brake‑pad thinning dominate the MOT history, with the electronic parking‑brake warning also surfacing as a serious fault in early 2025. The car has now passed its latest test in January 2026, but the advisory that all tyres are close to the legal limit shows the wear trend has persisted despite the recent pass. Earlier failures – notably the exposed front‑tyre ply in 2025 and the off‑side rear‑tyre sidewall issue in 2021 – underline a pattern of tyre‑related concerns, while recurring brake‑pad advisories each year point to progressive wear that has not yet triggered a failure but will soon require attention. At 66,699 mi for a nine‑year‑old 2017 Levante the average annual mileage works out at roughly 7,400 mi, which sits comfortably within typical UK usage. The MOT record shows no large gaps in testing, indicating the vehicle has been regularly presented for inspection. This mileage level, combined with the documented tyre and brake wear, suggests that consumables are approaching the end of their service life and that components such as suspension bushings, which were flagged as worn in 2022, may be entering the replacement window. When inspecting the car, focus first on the tyre condition: look for uneven tread wear, bulges, or any exposed cords, especially on the front tyres where a dangerous ply exposure was recorded. Verify that the tyre sidewalls are intact and that the tyre pressures hold steady; any vibration at higher speeds could indicate a tyre‑related defect. Examine the brake system closely – the front inner disc was noted as pitted, and both front and rear pads have been reported as thin. Listen for squeal or feel for pedal fade under hard braking, and check that the disc surfaces are free of deep scoring that could compromise braking efficiency. The suspension arm pins and bushes were flagged as worn but not yet causing excess movement in 2022; a qualified mechanic should check for play in the steering rack, clunking over bumps, or uneven tyre wear that could be symptomatic of deteriorating bushings. The electronic parking‑brake warning that caused a major failure in 2025 should be diagnosed with a scan tool to confirm sensor or actuator faults before relying on the parking brake. Replacing the worn tyres, renewing the brake pads (and potentially the front inner disc), and addressing any EPB fault will bring the vehicle back to a robust road‑worthy state and reduce the risk of future MOT failures.