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H22 MGR

1994 MG RV8

Red Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

42,337 mi
Last recorded42,337 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 MG RV825,309 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH22 MGR
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 42,337 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 42,006 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 41,423 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 40,726 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 40,360 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 38,974 miles

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 6 Jul 2015 36,884 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 34,364 miles

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

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 19 Jun 2013 30,000 miles

Oil leak

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

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 27 Jun 2012 25,179 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 20,086 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 15,698 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 11,138 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 11,117 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 7,633 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 4,264 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 1,954 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 1,954 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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H22 MGR is a 1994 MG RV8 in Red with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 H22 MGR, 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 H22 MGR registered?

H22 MGR is a 1994 MG RV8, first registered on 1 October 1994.

Is H22 MGR safe to buy?

The MOT history for H22 MGR shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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