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K13 MGR

1993 MG RV8

Blue Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

63,914 mi
Last recorded63,914 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1993 MG RV833,638 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK13 MGR
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 63,914 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2025 63,636 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 63,446 miles
Fail 31 May 2024 63,446 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2023 63,345 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 63,222 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 62,847 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2020 61,643 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 60,158 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 58,484 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2017 58,484 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 56,997 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2016 56,997 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 55,765 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 53,706 miles

slight play in steering rack on near side

Pass 15 Jul 2013 51,444 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

fuel cap seal slightly deteriorated

Pass 19 Jul 2012 50,338 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 48,183 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 48,183 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 47,222 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 46,076 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 44,247 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 42,406 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 37,259 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2005 33,976 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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K13 MGR is a 1993 MG RV8 in Blue with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 K13 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 K13 MGR registered?

K13 MGR is a 1993 MG RV8, first registered on 16 April 1993.

Is K13 MGR safe to buy?

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