2014 Maserati Ghibli 3.0L Diesel · E5 TSH

The most recent DVSA examination on 27 November 2025 resulted in a Pass, which is a positive immediate indicator for any prospective buyer. However, the underlying record is not without concern. The vehicle was presented for test just two days earlier on 25 November 2025 and failed on a major defect relating to the position lamp switch, specifically that it did not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation. The fact that the car returned to the same test station and passed within forty-eight hours suggests a relatively straightforward electrical rectification, but the buyer should confirm what exactly was repaired or replaced, as Maserati electrical systems can be sensitive and a switch replacement should be properly documented. Looking at the broader pattern across the four recorded tests from 2022 to 2025, there is a recurrence of rear tyre wear advisories in 2023, 2025 (twice), and the inspection history shows an escalating pattern of brake-related advisories in 2022 covering both front and rear discs and pads. The absence of any advisories in the 2024 pass is encouraging and suggests that interim maintenance addressed the braking system, but the tyre wear concern has clearly persisted across multiple years and warrants close attention on inspection. The recorded mileage of 94,777 miles across approximately twelve years of service equates to an annual average of around 7,900 miles, which is broadly typical for a prestige saloon of this age and entirely consistent with a mix of motorway and shorter urban journeys. There is no evidence in the MOT history of any unusual mileage gaps or sudden accumulation that would suggest a clocked odometer, and the annual progression appears steady. For a Maserati Ghibli of this vintage, particularly one fitted with the twin-turbocharged V6 diesel engine that was common in the UK market, this mileage is moderate and the vehicle should have significant mechanical life remaining provided it has been properly maintained. The relatively modest annual mileage does, however, mean that some calendar-based degradation should be considered, particularly around rubber components, fluids, and battery health, which deteriorate with time irrespective of miles covered. The recurring rear tyre edge wear is the single most consistent theme in the MOT history and is mechanically significant. Edge wear on both rear tyres simultaneously typically points to an alignment issue, most commonly excessive negative camber or a rear suspension geometry problem such as worn trailing arm bushes, tie bar bushes, or even weak coil springs. On a test drive, the buyer should listen for any clonking or knocking from the rear suspension over speed humps and uneven road surfaces, and observe whether the vehicle tracks straight without pulling. Uneven inner or outer edge wear on the rear tyres at the time of purchase should be treated as a strong negotiating point, as a four-wheel alignment check and any necessary suspension component replacement on a Ghibli can be costly. The brake-related advisories from 2022, covering both front and rear discs and pads, indicate that the braking system was undergoing normal wear at that point. The clean 2024 test suggests these components were subsequently renewed, but the buyer should verify the service history to confirm what brake work has been carried out and inspect the current state of the discs for lipping, hot spots, or corrosion, particularly given the propensity for seized calipers on vehicles that see mixed-use driving. Beyond the recorded advisories, a twelve-year-old Maserati with this mileage profile demands careful physical inspection in several areas. The 12V battery should be load-tested, as age-related failure is common and can cause erratic electrical behaviour in Maserati vehicles. All brake fluid, coolant, and if applicable, the diesel fuel filter should be confirmed as recently serviced, as these are time rather than mileage dependent. The tyres themselves should be examined not only for tread depth but for sidewall cracking and perishing, as rubber degrades with age regardless of wear. Under the bonnet, inspect for any oil leaks from the V6 engine, paying particular attention to the turbo oil feed lines on diesel models, and check the condition of the drive belts. Given the relatively low annual mileage, the vehicle may have stood for extended periods, so the buyer should also check for binding brake calipers, corrosion on the brake discs around the outer edges, and any signs of moisture ingress or electrical gremlins. A pre-purchase inspection by a specialist familiar with Maserati vehicles is strongly recommended, as the marque requires particular diagnostic equipment and expertise that generalist garages may lack.