1994 Maserati Ghibli 2.8L Petrol · M538 ECS
1994 Maserati Ghibli (2.8L, petrol). First registered 09 Aug 1994. Recorded mileage 54,300 miles. MOT expired on 01 May 2023.
- Make & Model
- MASERATI GHIBLI
- Year / Origin
- 1994 · Manchester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 01 May 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 54,300 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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M538 ECS Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/05/2022
- 54,300 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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M538 ECS MOT History
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1 MOT test are recorded for this 1994 Maserati Ghibli (M538 ECS) between May 2022 and May 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.
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Known faults for Maserati Maserati Ghibli II (AM336)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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- Cooling System Degradation and Radiator Core CorrosionSerious
The densely packaged engine bay of the twin-turbo Ghibli II creates immense underbonnet thermal loads. Aging aluminium-and-plastic radiators, brittle header tanks, and tired coolant hoses perish over time, leading to sudden coolant loss. The aluminium-alloy cylinder heads and block have zero tolerance for overheating, which quickly causes warped cylinder heads and blown head gaskets. Specialist recored all-aluminium radiators are strongly recommended.
- Twin IHI Turbocharger Oil Seal Wear and CokingSerious
The Ghibli II's 2.8-litre V6 uses twin water-cooled IHI turbochargers operating at high boost pressures. If oil change intervals exceed 6,000 miles or if previous owners failed to allow a gentle idle-down cooling period after spirited driving, oil coking develops in the turbo bearing cartridges. This degrades the shaft seals, causing oil consumption, blue exhaust smoke, and boost lag.
- Structural Subframe and Body CorrosionSerious
Although the Ghibli II featured improved galvanisation compared to 1980s Biturbos, UK winter road salt still causes localized structural corrosion. The fabricated steel front subframe that supports the engine and steering rack, the rear chassis outriggers, inner sill structures, and lower rear wheel arch lips are primary corrosion points that require careful inspection before purchase.
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