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F52 JAA

1988 MG Maestro 2.0 Efi

White Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

533 mi
Last recorded533 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 1988 MG Maestro 2.0 Efi71,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF52 JAA
MakeMG
ModelMaestro 2.0 Efi
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 533 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2026 533 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2024

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Fail 26 Jul 2012 48,085 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both rear tyre treads perishing

engine oil leak

exhaust blowing slightly at front section

offside front cv gaiter perishing

offside rear wheel arch and quarter panel has surface corrosion

slight inner steering rack joint play both sides

Pass 18 Sep 2009 46,879 miles

both inner steering rack joints slight play

offside rear door shut has surface corrosion

offside rear wheel arch has surface corrosion

Pass 24 Jul 2008 44,116 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 44,116 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 16 Jan 2007 42,245 miles

rear sections of outer sills not tested due to skirts fitted

rear wheel arches have surface corrosion

slight engine and gearbox oil leaks

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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F52 JAA is a 1988 MG Maestro 2.0 Efi in White with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F52 JAA, 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

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What year was F52 JAA registered?

F52 JAA is a 1988 MG Maestro 2.0 Efi, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F52 JAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F52 JAA shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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