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CWA 732M

1973 MG RV8

Purple Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2021
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

46,236 mi
Last recorded46,236 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCWA 732M
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1973
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2020 46,236 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2019 45,725 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 44,974 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2017 44,249 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 43,337 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 42,330 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2015 42,330 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 40,354 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2014 40,354 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 40,240 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 40,134 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2013 40,134 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 40,117 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 40,107 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 40,056 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

play in front and rear wheel bearings

Fail 27 Aug 2009 40,030 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 40,030 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 39,972 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 39,871 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 39,649 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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CWA 732M is a 1973 MG RV8 in Purple with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CWA 732M, 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 53 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 CWA 732M registered?

CWA 732M is a 1973 MG RV8, first registered on 12 December 1973.

Is CWA 732M safe to buy?

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