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L2 RVB

1993 MG RV8

Blue Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,752 mi
Last recorded41,752 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 MG RV833,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL2 RVB
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 22 Apr 2026 41,752 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 41,085 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 60,329 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 60,211 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 59,954 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 59,633 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 59,390 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 58,730 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 68,730 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 58,301 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 58,049 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 57,746 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 57,091 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 56,917 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 56,721 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 53,472 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 52,146 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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L2 RVB is a 1993 MG RV8 in Blue with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L2 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 L2 RVB?

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What year was L2 RVB registered?

L2 RVB is a 1993 MG RV8, first registered on 16 September 1993.

Is L2 RVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L2 RVB shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L2 RVB have outstanding finance?

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