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JBM 65N

1975 MG RV8

Black Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Tests2 (0 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

33,005 mi
Last recorded33,005 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBM 65N
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1975
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

0 pass 2 fail
Fail 22 Mar 2007 33,005 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

slight play in nearside lower trunion

Fail 18 May 2006 33,000 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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JBM 65N is a 1975 MG RV8 in Black with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 JBM 65N, 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 51 years old, this MG RV8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JBM 65N registered?

JBM 65N is a 1975 MG RV8, first registered on 21 March 1975.

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