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L3 MGR

1993 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2023
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

5,348 mi
Last recorded5,348 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2022
Typical for 1993 MG RV833,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL3 MGR
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2022 5,348 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 5,343 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 5,144 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 4,861 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

N/S/R Brake back plate - residue of oil.

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

Pass 26 Oct 2018 4,857 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

N/S/R Brake back plate - residue of oil.

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

Pass 18 Oct 2017 4,839 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)

N/S/R Oil leak over back plate.

Oil leak engine ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 28 Oct 2016 4,836 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 4,832 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 4,812 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 4,798 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 25 Oct 2012 4,782 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 4,779 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 4,762 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 4,758 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 4,709 miles

Oil leak

Fail 23 Oct 2008 4,709 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Oct 2007 4,650 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 4,647 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2005 4,645 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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L3 MGR is a 1993 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 L3 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 L3 MGR registered?

L3 MGR is a 1993 MG RV8, first registered on 9 November 1993.

Is L3 MGR safe to buy?

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