2007 Maserati Quattroporte 4.2L Petrol · C2 THG

The most recent MOT on 2025-06-12 recorded a pass with one notable issue: the nearside front upper suspension arm pin or bush was worn but not causing excessive movement. This defect was also noted in the prior MOT on 2025-06-05, which resulted in a failure. The 2025-06-05 failure included multiple critical issues: offside front inner track rod end ball joint with excessive play, nearside front lower shock absorber bush worn, both rear tyres below the 1.6mm legal tread limit, and an offside front inner tyre with exposed ply or cords. These defects indicate significant wear on suspension components and tyres, with the latter posing immediate safety risks. A recurring pattern of suspension-related defects emerges, particularly involving bushings and track rod ends. The nearside front upper suspension arm issue appeared in both 2025 MOTs, suggesting either persistent wear or incomplete repairs. The 2024-06-20 MOTs show a pass followed by a failure due to an inoperative engine MIL light, which could signal unresolved diagnostic trouble codes. The 2023 MOT noted worn rear tyres and insecure AC pipes, indicating gradual deterioration in multiple systems. The condition trend shows mixed signals. While some defects were addressed between the 2025-06-05 failure and the subsequent pass, the recurrence of suspension issues and the presence of critical tyre defects in the same period suggest ongoing wear.