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A24 MGR

1994 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

21,970 mi
Last recorded21,970 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1994 MG RV825,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA24 MGR
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc
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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 21,970 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2025 21,696 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 21,168 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2024 21,165 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle offside late (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 20,776 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 20,664 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 20,494 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 20,254 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 19,995 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 10 Oct 2015 19,792 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 19,349 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 18,004 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 16,517 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 14,157 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 12,417 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 9,951 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 7,052 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 7,153 miles

How Reliable is the MG RV8?

Based on 13,900 MOT tests across 933 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
613
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
933
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 153
brake recording little or no effort 117
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 113
Stop lamp not working 107
Headlamp aim too high 84
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A24 MGR is a 1994 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1994 MG RV8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 25,309 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG RV8 fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A24 MGR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG RV8 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 32 years old, this MG RV8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A24 MGR registered?

A24 MGR is a 1994 MG RV8, first registered on 1 August 1994.

Is A24 MGR safe to buy?

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