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L739 DNR

1994 MG RV8

Red Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

36,447 mi
Last recorded36,447 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 MG RV825,309 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL739 DNR
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 36,447 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 36,188 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 35,517 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 35,208 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2022 35,201 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded near battery tray (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 35,148 miles

Nearside Front Wheel slight binding

Signs of an oil leak

Pass 25 May 2018 35,081 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 35,046 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 34,846 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 34,163 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 33,765 miles

Slight play in O/S of steering rack.

Pass 3 Jun 2013 33,416 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 32,978 miles

slight play in steering rack o/s

Pass 30 Apr 2011 32,353 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 31,503 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 30,915 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2009 30,915 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 30,878 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 30,450 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 30,241 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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L739 DNR is a 1994 MG RV8 in Red with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 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 L739 DNR, 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 L739 DNR registered?

L739 DNR is a 1994 MG RV8, first registered on 15 June 1994.

Is L739 DNR safe to buy?

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