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K204 UCU

1993 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

42,912 mi
Last recorded42,912 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2024
Typical for 1993 MG RV833,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK204 UCU
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2024 42,912 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 42,190 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 40,886 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 39,589 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 38,484 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 37,231 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 35,127 miles

Advise corrosion around the front window frame

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

Pass 17 Jul 2017 31,739 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2017 31,739 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 29,419 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 28,353 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 28,353 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 28,245 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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K204 UCU is a 1993 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 K204 UCU, 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

How do I check the history of K204 UCU?

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What year was K204 UCU registered?

K204 UCU is a 1993 MG RV8, first registered on 17 May 1993.

Is K204 UCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for K204 UCU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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