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L791 NSS

1993 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,160 mi
Last recorded49,160 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1993 MG RV833,638 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL791 NSS
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 49,160 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 48,475 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 48,417 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 46,836 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jul 2023 46,836 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 45,241 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 43,163 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 42,157 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 41,826 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 41,432 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2018 41,432 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Jan 2017 39,392 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2017 89,381 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 38,394 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 37,422 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 35,361 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2014 35,361 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 15 Jan 2013 33,585 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Jan 2013 33,585 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2012 32,224 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Jan 2012 32,224 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 29,780 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 28,225 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 26,972 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 25,246 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 24,421 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 23,831 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2006 23,831 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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L791 NSS is a 1993 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 L791 NSS, 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 L791 NSS registered?

L791 NSS is a 1993 MG RV8, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L791 NSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L791 NSS shows 28 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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