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D19 MGR

1993 MG RV8

Red Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,283 mi
Last recorded37,283 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 1993 MG RV833,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD19 MGR
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2025 37,283 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 36,723 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Lower Fluid leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 3 Jul 2023 35,168 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 34,037 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 33,325 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 32,904 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 31,057 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 28,876 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 28,479 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 28,099 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 27,703 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 26,669 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 25,953 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 25,237 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 24,488 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 22,919 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 22,628 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 20,987 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 20,112 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 19,742 miles

Crankshaft front oil seal leaking. † †Gear lever locking collar insecure.

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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D19 MGR is a 1993 MG RV8 in Red with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 MG RV8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 33,638 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 D19 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 33 years old, this MG RV8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D19 MGR registered?

D19 MGR is a 1993 MG RV8, first registered on 16 November 1993.

Is D19 MGR safe to buy?

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