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E78 AFG

1987 MG Maestro 2.0 Efi

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,244 mi
Last recorded36,244 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 1987 MG Maestro 2.0 Efi82,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE78 AFG
MakeMG
ModelMaestro 2.0 Efi
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 36,244 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 36,244 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 36,234 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 36,233 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 36,162 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Oct 2021 36,162 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2014 36,131 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 36,117 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 36,105 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 36,090 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 36,080 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 36,065 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 36,065 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 36,049 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 36,035 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 36,019 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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E78 AFG is a 1987 MG Maestro 2.0 Efi in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 E78 AFG, 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 E78 AFG registered?

E78 AFG is a 1987 MG Maestro 2.0 Efi, first registered on 3 September 1987.

Is E78 AFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E78 AFG shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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