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E517 AYJ

1987 MG Maestro 2.0 Efi

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

104,356 mi
Last recorded104,356 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2014
Typical for 1987 MG Maestro 2.0 Efi82,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE517 AYJ
MakeMG
ModelMaestro 2.0 Efi
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 8 Nov 2014 104,356 miles

Nearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Nov 2014 104,356 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 103,602 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 130,212 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 104,257 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2005 103,584 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
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E517 AYJ is a 1987 MG Maestro 2.0 Efi in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1987 MG Maestro 2.0 Efi models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 82,318 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 E517 AYJ, 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 39 years old, this MG Maestro 2.0 Efi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E517 AYJ registered?

E517 AYJ is a 1987 MG Maestro 2.0 Efi, first registered on 3 September 1987.

Is E517 AYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E517 AYJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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