MOT Status
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66,569 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective reflector (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective reflector (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
general underbody surface rust
knock and play in steering
oil leaks
slight play in nearside front wheel bearing
Parking brake lever pawl spring does not push the pawl positively into the ratchet teeth (3.1.5)
Oil leak
general underbody surface rust
slight knock and play in steering
slight play in nearside front wheel bearing
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing
brake fluid warning light comes on with handbrake light when handbrake applied
exhaust system rusty
general underbody surface rust
oil leak
oil pressure light flicks on
slight knock and play in steering
slight play in nearside front wheel bearing
slight play in offside front anti roll bar rubber
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Oil leak
slight condensation on n/s headlamp
strong advise on play in steering
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Oil leak
slight condensation on n/s headlamp
strong advise on play in steering
Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
bonnet release stiff s/rack has play rear brake operation uneven
How Reliable is the MG RV8?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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J12 MGR is a 1993 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 J12 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.
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What year was J12 MGR registered?
J12 MGR is a 1993 MG RV8, first registered on 30 November 1993.
Is J12 MGR safe to buy?
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