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6880 MG

1994 MG RV8

Red Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,514 mi
Last recorded30,514 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1994 MG RV825,309 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration6880 MG
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 30,514 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 27,124 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 24,841 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 22,436 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 22,430 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 22,427 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 22,424 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 22,422 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 22,420 miles
Fail 24 May 2017 22,415 miles

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 22,411 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 22,537 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 22,307 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 22,307 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 22,245 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 22,045 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 21,731 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 21,730 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 21,126 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 20,573 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 20,573 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 21 Aug 2008 19,899 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 19,899 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 19,446 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 18,697 miles

rear brake imbalance and n/s/r back plate damp.

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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6880 MG is a 1994 MG RV8 in Red with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 6880 MG, 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.

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What year was 6880 MG registered?

6880 MG is a 1994 MG RV8, first registered on 30 June 1994.

Is 6880 MG safe to buy?

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