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E8 HLE

1994 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3940cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

17,429 mi
Last recorded17,429 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1994 MG RV825,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE8 HLE
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,940cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 17,429 miles

Nearside Front steering rack end joint worn

Pass 22 Jul 2024 16,844 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 16,134 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 15,546 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 15,046 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 14,704 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 14,371 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 13,488 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 12,783 miles

Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 11,745 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 10,170 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 8,832 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 6,128 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 6,128 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 5,248 miles

Oil leak

n/s/r tyre has small lump on inner wall

slight play in steering linkage

Fail 30 Oct 2012 5,248 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

n/s/r tyre has small lump on inner wall

slight play in steering linkage

Pass 14 Mar 2012 4,294 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 3,209 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 9 May 2011 3,209 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 13 May 2010 2,528 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 22 May 2009 1,885 miles

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Fail 29 Apr 2009 1,821 miles

Brake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 696 miles

free play between steering wheel and steering column not excessive

Pass 2 May 2007 35,531 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 35,404 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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E8 HLE is a 1994 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,940cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 E8 HLE, 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 E8 HLE?

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What year was E8 HLE registered?

E8 HLE is a 1994 MG RV8, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is E8 HLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E8 HLE shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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