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XME 9N

1974 MG RV8

Blue Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

80,740 mi
Last recorded80,740 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXME 9N
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2007 80,740 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 80,740 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside Lower Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 80,725 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.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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XME 9N is a 1974 MG RV8 in Blue with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 XME 9N, 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

How do I check the history of XME 9N?

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What year was XME 9N registered?

XME 9N is a 1974 MG RV8, first registered on 31 January 1974.

Is XME 9N safe to buy?

The MOT history for XME 9N shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XME 9N have outstanding finance?

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