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E851 UWR

1988 Maserati Biturbo

Red Petrol 2491cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

42,838 mi
Last recorded42,838 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 1988 Maserati Biturbo51,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE851 UWR
MakeMaserati
ModelBiturbo
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,491cc
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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 42,838 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

nearside and offside chassis damaged

nearside and offside outriggers damaged

undervehicle undersealed

Fail 26 Feb 2026 42,832 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

nearside and offside chassis damaged

nearside and offside outriggers damaged

undervehicle undersealed

Pass 10 Feb 2014 42,805 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2014 42,803 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 42,677 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Fail 24 Mar 2011 42,677 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2007 42,330 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 42,320 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 30 May 2006 42,067 miles

How Reliable is the Maserati Biturbo?

Based on 843 MOT tests across 133 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
322
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
133
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 52
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 38
position lamp(s) not working 30
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 29
Stop lamp not working 28
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E851 UWR is a 1988 Maserati Biturbo in Red with a 2,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1988 Maserati Biturbo models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 51,546 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Maserati Biturbo fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E851 UWR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Maserati Biturbo typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 38 years old, this Maserati Biturbo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E851 UWR registered?

E851 UWR is a 1988 Maserati Biturbo, first registered on 18 February 1988.

Is E851 UWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E851 UWR shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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