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L170 MEP

1994 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3940cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,044 mi
Last recorded30,044 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2023
Typical for 1994 MG RV825,309 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL170 MEP
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,940cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2023 30,044 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2023 30,041 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 May 2019 29,944 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 29,579 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 28,740 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 28,470 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 26,502 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 23,896 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 23,866 miles

Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 11 Jun 2007 23,863 miles

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

Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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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L170 MEP is a 1994 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,940cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 L170 MEP, 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 L170 MEP registered?

L170 MEP is a 1994 MG RV8, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L170 MEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L170 MEP shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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