2016 Maserati Ghibli 3.0L Diesel · RO16 FHY

The most recent MOT on 2025-11-21 recorded a pass but noted a rear oil leak (not excessive), light misting on the offside rear shock absorber, and thin nearside front inner brake pads. A prior MOT on 2025-11-15, just six days earlier, resulted in a failure due to a bulge in the nearside rear outer tyre, alongside the same shock absorber and brake pad issues. These recurring defects suggest persistent mechanical concerns, particularly with suspension components and braking systems. The pattern of defects has remained consistent between the 2025 MOTs, with no new issues introduced. The nearside rear tyre bulge was addressed, but the continued mention of shock absorber misting and brake pad wear indicates unresolved or ongoing problems. No major defects were recorded in earlier MOTs (2024–2022), which were all passed with no issues. This suggests the current concerns are relatively recent but not yet severe enough to cause a failure in all cases. The vehicle’s low mileage (5,664 miles per year) implies it may have been driven infrequently or stored for extended periods. This could contribute to issues like oil leaks (from inactivity) or brake pad wear (from limited use). However, the low mileage also reduces wear on high-mileage components like the drivetrain or suspension.