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PMY 686R

1976 MG RV8

Red Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

77,001 mi
Last recorded77,001 miles
Recorded on11 May 2019
Typical for 1976 MG RV844,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMY 686R
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2019 77,001 miles

FRONT FLEXIBLE BRAKE PIPE PROTECTION COVERING IF TOUCHING THE WHEELS AND TYRES ON LOCK

HORN SOUND POOR AT TIMES

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 1 (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 May 2015 76,776 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 75,695 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 75,689 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 75,195 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 74,485 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 73,795 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 73,021 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 72,247 miles

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 72,041 miles

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Fail 5 Nov 2007 72,039 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 20 Sep 2006 71,675 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

battery insecure

Pass 16 Sep 2005 71,227 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2005 71,222 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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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PMY 686R is a 1976 MG RV8 in Red with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1976 MG RV8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 44,200 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 PMY 686R, 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 50 years old, this MG RV8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PMY 686R?

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What year was PMY 686R registered?

PMY 686R is a 1976 MG RV8, first registered on 7 October 1976.

Is PMY 686R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMY 686R shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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