MOT Status
ValidMileage
46,613 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
general corrosion to steering and suspension components.
Front and rear bump stops
Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)
Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
off side head light lens chipped
off side headlight lens chipped
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
How Reliable is the MG RV8?
Based on 13,900 MOT tests across 933 vehicles.
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L838 HYO is a 1998 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.
Across all 1998 MG RV8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 30,346 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 L838 HYO, 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 28 years old, this MG RV8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of L838 HYO?
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What year was L838 HYO registered?
L838 HYO is a 1998 MG RV8, first registered on 1 March 1998.
Is L838 HYO safe to buy?
The MOT history for L838 HYO shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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