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K18 MGR

1993 MG RV8

Red Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

43,991 mi
Last recorded43,991 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 MG RV833,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK18 MGR
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 43,991 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 43,084 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 42,875 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 42,735 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 42,636 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2020 42,635 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2019 42,545 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 42,838 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 42,216 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 42,048 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 41,877 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 41,579 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 41,261 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 40,931 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 40,650 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 40,245 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 39,442 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 39,529 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 36,920 miles

Offside front spot light not working

Signs of brake fluid on nearside rear drum

Slight wear in steering rack

Pass 24 Apr 2006 35,070 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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K18 MGR is a 1993 MG RV8 in Red with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 K18 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 K18 MGR registered?

K18 MGR is a 1993 MG RV8, first registered on 16 April 1993.

Is K18 MGR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K18 MGR shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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