2012 Maserati Granturismo 4.2L Petrol · RX12 KFA

The Maserati GranTurismo presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a completely clean MOT pass on 9 June 2026 at 55,975 miles with zero defects recorded. This is a significant improvement over the 2025 test, where the tester flagged a defective wiper blade and perished tyres across all four wheels. The absence of any advisories or failures in the most recent inspection suggests the previous owner addressed those basic upkeep items promptly. The vehicle has now passed every MOT on record, indicating consistent baseline roadworthiness over its life. The mileage accumulation tells a clear story of very light use. Between the 2019 test at 53,885 miles and the 2026 test at 55,975 miles, the car covered just 2,090 miles over roughly seven years. That is an average of approximately 298 miles per year during that period, far below the typical UK annual mileage. The annualised figure across the full 14-year lifespan sits at roughly 3,998 miles per year, confirming this has been a sparingly driven grand tourer. Such low usage raises the possibility of prolonged stationary periods, which can accelerate rubber deterioration and localised corrosion even when the odometer reading remains modest. The 2025 advisory on tyre condition across all four wheels is the most telling defect in the record. Perished or cracking tyres on a low-mileage car typically indicate age-related degradation rather than wear, meaning the rubber has hardened and lost structural integrity through sitting idle rather than through high mileage use. A buyer should carefully inspect the tyre manufacture dates and sidewall condition, as replacements may now be due if the same set remains fitted. The wiper blade defect from the same test points to dried-out rubber components, a common symptom of vehicles stored in garages or exposed to temperature fluctuations without regular exercise. Beyond the documented advisories, a thorough in-person inspection should focus on suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake components, as these can seize or corrode on a car that has spent extended periods stationary. The exhaust system and underbody should be checked for surface corrosion, particularly around mounting points and box sections. Given the clean MOT record and the nature of the only flagged items, this GranTurismo appears to have been maintained to a reasonable standard, but the low-mileage profile demands attention to age-related deterioration rather than mechanical wear.