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M49 SWP

1994 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

19,373 mi
Last recorded19,373 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2018
Typical for 1994 MG RV825,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM49 SWP
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2018 19,373 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 18,415 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 17,870 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 17,788 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 17,573 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 17,416 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 17,416 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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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M49 SWP is a 1994 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M49 SWP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M49 SWP?

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What year was M49 SWP registered?

M49 SWP is a 1994 MG RV8, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M49 SWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M49 SWP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M49 SWP have outstanding finance?

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