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M780 LYO

1994 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

13,628 mi
Last recorded13,628 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1994 MG RV825,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM780 LYO
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 13,628 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2025 13,628 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 13,008 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 12,165 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2022 12,163 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2020 12,021 miles

headlamps poor condition

oil leak from the engine

Pass 11 Nov 2019 10,726 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 8,682 miles

Front Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened both bump stop (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 6,891 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 4,771 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 2,916 miles

Nearside Front bump stop is detonated

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front bump stop is detonated

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Fail 18 Nov 2015 2,916 miles

Nearside Front bump stop is detonated

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front bump stop is detonated

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 8 Dec 2014 467 miles

Both front suspension bump stops worn

Front to rear fuel pipes corroded

Moisture in both headlamps

Moisture on N/S/R lamp

Oil leak

Pass 18 Nov 2013 98,569 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 26 Nov 2012 97,160 miles

Fuel Pipes (Rear) Corroded

Oil leak

Pass 14 Nov 2011 95,568 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 94,292 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 92,438 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 91,518 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 84,629 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 73,722 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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M780 LYO is a 1994 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 M780 LYO, 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

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What year was M780 LYO registered?

M780 LYO is a 1994 MG RV8, first registered on 27 October 1994.

Is M780 LYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for M780 LYO shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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