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UPM 950S

1978 MG RV8

Gold Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

17,939 mi
Last recorded17,939 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPM 950S
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1978
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 17,939 miles
Fail 15 May 2026 17,939 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 17,925 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 17,889 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 17,855 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 17,783 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2019 17,783 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. reset aim (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid top up (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 17,673 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 17,479 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 17,157 miles

Offside Rear brake binding

Pass 13 Dec 2014 17,000 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2014 17,000 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 16,984 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 16,688 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 16,066 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 16,065 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 15,597 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 14,646 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 14,641 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2007 13,979 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2006 13,670 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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UPM 950S is a 1978 MG RV8 in Gold with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 UPM 950S, 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 48 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 UPM 950S?

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What year was UPM 950S registered?

UPM 950S is a 1978 MG RV8, first registered on 11 January 1978.

Is UPM 950S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPM 950S shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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