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L8 OVR

1993 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

74,898 mi
Last recorded74,898 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 1993 MG RV833,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL8 OVR
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 74,898 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 74,837 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2023 74,762 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2022 74,702 miles

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 74,648 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 74,442 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 74,228 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 19 Mar 2019 74,228 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 26 Mar 2018 74,040 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 73,619 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 72,784 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 71,716 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 70,849 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 69,671 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 68,696 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2012 68,663 miles

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)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 67,934 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 66,715 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 65,558 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 65,554 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 64,047 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 26 Apr 2008 64,037 miles

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Oct 2005 62,868 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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L8 OVR is a 1993 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 L8 OVR, 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 L8 OVR registered?

L8 OVR is a 1993 MG RV8, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L8 OVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L8 OVR shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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