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L20 RVB

1993 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

77,579 mi
Last recorded77,579 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1993 MG RV833,638 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL20 RVB
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 77,579 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 75,752 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2024 74,746 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 73,927 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2020 78,663 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 72,988 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Pass 20 Jul 2018 71,601 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 70,413 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 68,840 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 66,629 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 66,518 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 64,332 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 61,578 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 61,030 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 60,359 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 57,264 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 54,565 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 49,837 miles

light corrosion around o/s jacking point

Pass 28 Aug 2007 46,621 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 44,810 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2005 41,566 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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L20 RVB is a 1993 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 L20 RVB, 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 L20 RVB?

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What year was L20 RVB registered?

L20 RVB is a 1993 MG RV8, first registered on 24 August 1993.

Is L20 RVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L20 RVB shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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