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L400 HEL

1994 MG RV8

Red Petrol 3940cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

2,329 mi
Last recorded2,329 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1994 MG RV825,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL400 HEL
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,940cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 2,329 miles

both exhaust manifolds have a hair line crack through weld

fuel cap seal slightly perished

o/s lower radiator pipe slight coolant stain

o/s seat belt operates but will only extend if pulled out gently, both seat belts very slightly frayed

o/s/r shock absorber slightly damp with oil

slight play in steering rack and slightly damp oil with

various light oil leaks

year of tyres manufactured in 2005, spare tyre 1993

Fail 8 Oct 2025 2,329 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

both exhaust manifolds have a hair line crack through weld

fuel cap seal slightly perished

o/s lower radiator pipe slight coolant stain

o/s seat belt operates but will only extend if pulled out gently, both seat belts very slightly frayed

o/s/r shock absorber slightly damp with oil

slight play in steering rack and slightly damp oil with

various light oil leaks

year of tyres manufactured in 2005, spare tyre 1993

Pass 16 Jul 2024 2,265 miles

both wipers smear the windscreen slightly

fuel cap seal slightly perished

o/s lower radiator pipe slight coolant stain

o/s/r shock absorber slightly damp with oil

slight play in steering rack

various light oil leaks

year of tyres manufactured in 2005, spare tyre 1993

Pass 14 Jun 2023 2,086 miles

both wipers smear the windscreen slightly

fuel cap seal slightly perished

n/s/f wheel bearing has slight play

Pass 1 Jun 2022 2,045 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 1,979 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn Vertical and Horizontal play in top mount (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 28 May 2020 1,752 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 1,694 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 930 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 578 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 264 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2015 53 miles

Fuel cap seal slightly perished

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Feb 2015 53 miles

Fuel cap seal slightly perished

Oil leak

Pass 3 Feb 2014 83,322 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2014 83,322 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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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L400 HEL is a 1994 MG RV8 in Red with a 3,940cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1994 MG RV8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 25,309 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 L400 HEL, 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 32 years old, this MG RV8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L400 HEL registered?

L400 HEL is a 1994 MG RV8, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L400 HEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L400 HEL shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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