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RRO 727M

1973 MG RV8

Orange Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2018
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,389 mi
Last recorded13,389 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRRO 727M
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 3 Jul 2017 13,389 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 12,875 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 12,872 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 12,812 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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RRO 727M is a 1973 MG RV8 in Orange with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RRO 727M, 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 53 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 RRO 727M registered?

RRO 727M is a 1973 MG RV8, first registered on 9 August 1973.

Is RRO 727M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RRO 727M shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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