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RVB 21

1993 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

33,270 mi
Last recorded33,270 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 1993 MG RV833,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVB 21
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 33,270 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 33,066 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 32,080 miles

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 31,923 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 30,861 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 30,571 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 29,802 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 29,542 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 28,977 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 28,220 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 27,985 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 May 2014 27,454 miles

centre exhaust rubber splitting

Pass 30 Apr 2013 26,851 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 26,851 miles

registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 24 May 2012 26,566 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front and rear reg plates

slight play in steering rack

Pass 5 Apr 2011 25,897 miles

front and rear reg plates

slight play in steering rack

Fail 5 Apr 2011 25,897 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front and rear reg plates

slight play in steering rack

Pass 1 Apr 2010 25,158 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 24,180 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 23,916 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 23,156 miles

oil leak on engine

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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RVB 21 is a 1993 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 RVB 21, 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 RVB 21 registered?

RVB 21 is a 1993 MG RV8, first registered on 23 October 1993.

Is RVB 21 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVB 21 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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