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URK 555M

1974 MG RV8

Red Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,422 mi
Last recorded7,422 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationURK 555M
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2009 7,422 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 7,086 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2007 7,076 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Jan 2006 6,455 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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URK 555M is a 1974 MG RV8 in Red with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 URK 555M, 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 52 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 URK 555M registered?

URK 555M is a 1974 MG RV8, first registered on 1 July 1974.

Is URK 555M safe to buy?

The MOT history for URK 555M shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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