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M117 YRN

1994 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3940cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

20,840 mi
Last recorded20,840 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 1994 MG RV825,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM117 YRN
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,940cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 20,840 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 2 Dec 2025 20,832 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2024 18,344 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2024 18,344 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 15,023 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective Juddering (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 13,478 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 9,281 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 6,322 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 4,529 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 4,402 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 4,143 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 4,063 miles

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 2 May 2013 4,063 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 3,812 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 3,812 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 3,622 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 3,622 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 3,260 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 3,260 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 May 2007 2,756 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 2,401 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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M117 YRN is a 1994 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,940cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 M117 YRN, 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 M117 YRN registered?

M117 YRN is a 1994 MG RV8, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M117 YRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for M117 YRN shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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