CarVerify

Free Car Check

E472 WWL

1988 MG Maestro 2.0 Efi

White Petrol 1994cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,367 mi
Last recorded65,367 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 MG Maestro 2.0 Efi71,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationE472 WWL
MakeMG
ModelMaestro 2.0 Efi
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 65,367 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2026 65,367 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 62,865 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 61,606 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 61,112 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 61,057 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2018 61,057 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 60,366 miles

Nearside Front tyre wear on inside edge.

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front tyre wear on inside edge.

Pass 8 Feb 2016 53,039 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 46,573 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 12 Feb 2015 46,572 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 38,917 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Feb 2013 29,401 miles

Offside Front Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 20,824 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 20,531 miles

How Reliable is the MG Maestro 2.0 Efi?

Based on 1,661 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

70.6%
Pass Rate
933
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 110
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 107
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 51
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 50
Steering rack gaiter split 46
Full MG Maestro 2.0 Efi reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

E472 WWL is a 1988 MG Maestro 2.0 Efi in White with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1988 MG Maestro 2.0 Efi models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 71,174 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Maestro 2.0 Efi fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 110 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E472 WWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Maestro 2.0 Efi typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 38 years old, this MG Maestro 2.0 Efi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E472 WWL?

You can check the full history of E472 WWL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was E472 WWL registered?

E472 WWL is a 1988 MG Maestro 2.0 Efi, first registered on 24 February 1988.

Is E472 WWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E472 WWL shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E472 WWL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on E472 WWL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.