2007 Maserati Quattroporte 4.2L Petrol · MEZ 7102

The Maserati Quattroporte presents as a mechanically sound vehicle with a stable, well-documented maintenance trajectory. The most recent MOT on 31 March 2026 at 120,790 miles resulted in a clean pass, with only a minor advisory for rear tyre wear close to the legal limit on both sides. This follows a pattern of consistent, low-defect testing. A notable improvement is evident in the suspension department: advisories for slight play in rear suspension arm ball joints recorded in April 2025 have not recurred in the 2026 test, suggesting these components may have been addressed. The trend is one of proactive maintenance, keeping the vehicle in good mechanical order. The mileage progression is steady and typical for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,357 miles per year. The record shows consistent annual testing with no significant gaps, indicating regular use rather than prolonged storage. The mileage increased by 3,566 miles between the April 2025 and March 2026 tests, a normal rate of accumulation. This consistent usage pattern is favourable, as it suggests the vehicle's mechanical systems have been regularly exercised and maintained, avoiding the issues associated with long-term inactivity. A buyer should focus a physical inspection on two key areas highlighted by the history. First, the recurring advisory for an oil leak, noted as "not excessive" in both April 2024 and April 2025, demands investigation. While it did not cause a failure, its persistence suggests a minor but ongoing seep, potentially from a rocker cover gasket, oil cooler seal, or power steering system common on these models. A thorough underside inspection is essential to identify the source and assess if it has worsened since the last test. Second, the 2025 advisories for play in rear suspension ball joints, though not flagged in 2026, warrant a check of the entire rear suspension assembly, including bushes and linkages, for any signs of renewed wear or clunking. Finally, the current advisory on rear tyre wear, particularly edge wear, should prompt an alignment check, as it often indicates incorrect toe or camber settings that could point to underlying suspension geometry issues.