MOT Status
ValidMileage
41,624 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff slight weap (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff slight weap (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside 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))
Front Direction indicator not working NS & OS Front Temperamental. (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Steering system excessively rough rough and notchy when tested on turn plates and Jumps / has very tight spots (2.1.1 (a))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Front bump stop perished
Fuel tank corroded (breather pipes top of tank)
Steering system slightly rough Steering rack misaligned? (2.1.1 (a))
Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
the front reg plate is damaged
Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
some wear in the steering rack
How Reliable is the MG RV8?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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N779 GUR is a 1996 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
Across all 1996 MG RV8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 22,013 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 N779 GUR, 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 30 years old, this MG RV8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was N779 GUR registered?
N779 GUR is a 1996 MG RV8, first registered on 2 February 1996.
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