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F482 HWJ

1989 MG Maestro 2.0 Efi

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

141,288 mi
Last recorded141,288 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 1989 MG Maestro 2.0 Efi76,941 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF482 HWJ
MakeMG
ModelMaestro 2.0 Efi
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 8 Nov 2025 141,288 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 140,337 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2022 139,693 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 138,176 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 138,070 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 137,836 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 136,980 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 136,776 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 136,081 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 133,443 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

all brake pipes coated with underseal

Pass 28 Jul 2014 131,004 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2012 130,661 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 128,892 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 122,906 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 117,602 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 108,877 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 103,398 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 95,636 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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F482 HWJ is a 1989 MG Maestro 2.0 Efi in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 MG Maestro 2.0 Efi models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 76,941 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 F482 HWJ, 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 37 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 F482 HWJ registered?

F482 HWJ is a 1989 MG Maestro 2.0 Efi, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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