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L141 FFJ

1994 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

43,425 mi
Last recorded43,425 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 1994 MG RV825,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL141 FFJ
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 43,425 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 42,992 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 42,448 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 42,239 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 41,362 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 41,231 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2019 40,693 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 39,718 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front seat belt stalk casing broken

Oil leak ()

Fail 10 May 2018 39,715 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front seat belt stalk casing broken

Oil leak ()

Pass 1 Sep 2016 36,650 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 33,893 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jun 2014 29,916 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 28,355 miles

Coolant leak from water pump

Front suspension bump stops worn

Fuel cap seal deteriorating

Nearside front tyre perishing

Nearside rear tyre perishing

Offside front tyre perishing

Fail 4 May 2012 26,738 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Slight coolant leak from water pump

Pass 4 May 2012 26,738 miles

Slight coolant leak from water pump

Pass 7 May 2011 23,045 miles

Battery insecure

Pass 23 Apr 2010 22,324 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 19,069 miles

slight knock from steering,no play at time of test

Pass 2 May 2008 18,151 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 17,665 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2006 16,828 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 16,828 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Offside Windscreen washer control is inaccessible to the driver (8.2.1a)

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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L141 FFJ is a 1994 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 L141 FFJ, 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 L141 FFJ registered?

L141 FFJ is a 1994 MG RV8, first registered on 29 June 1994.

Is L141 FFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L141 FFJ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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