2010 Maserati Granturismo 4.7L Petrol · LJ60 EEH

The vehicle remains roadworthy as of its most recent MOT on 2024-08-15, where it passed with minor advisories concerning seat belt webbing and rear tyre wear. However, the maintenance trend is not improving — it failed the same test just days earlier under identical mileage and conditions, indicating a pattern of recurring non-critical faults rather than resolved issues. The fact that the same tyre wear and seat belt condition appeared in both the failed and passed tests suggests these were either overlooked or accepted as minor during the pass, not corrected. This raises questions about the diligence of previous inspections or the owner’s response to advisories. The recorded mileage of 40,433 miles over 16 years equates to roughly 2,527 miles per year, which is notably low for a vehicle of this age. The gap between the 2022-08-17 pass at 38,195 miles and the 2023-07-24 failure at 39,901 miles — just 1,706 miles over 11 months — suggests a period of minimal use, possibly with long storage intervals. The 2024-08-15 test occurred only 532 miles after the 2023-07-24 test, meaning the vehicle was driven very little in the intervening year. This low usage may explain the lack of mechanical degradation, but also implies potential issues with components that sit idle — such as brake calipers, suspension bushes, or exhaust systems — which can suffer from corrosion or binding when not regularly exercised. Buyers should inspect the rear seat belt mechanisms closely, as the same webbing condition appeared in two separate tests, suggesting either a persistent defect or a failure to replace worn components. Tyre wear, particularly on the inner edges of both rear tyres, warrants a full inspection of the wheel alignment and suspension geometry — uneven wear at this stage may indicate camber or toe misalignment, or worn suspension bushes. The repeated failure over registration plate compliance, while not mechanical, indicates a lack of attention to detail or possible neglect of minor administrative upkeep, which may reflect broader maintenance habits. The absence of structural rust or suspension damage in the records is reassuring, but the low mileage does not eliminate the risk of hidden corrosion or seized components in damp or coastal environments. A pre-purchase inspection should include a full brake system check, especially the rear calipers, and a thorough visual assessment of the underbody for signs of moisture ingress or surface rust.