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M316 UTF

1995 MG RV8

Blue Petrol 3940cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

12,296 mi
Last recorded12,296 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 1995 MG RV821,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM316 UTF
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,940cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 12,296 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2025 12,145 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 11,916 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 11,579 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 11,392 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 11,093 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 10,858 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 10,431 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 9,914 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 9,147 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 8,408 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 8,402 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2015 7,759 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 7,216 miles

Advise overheating

Fail 27 May 2014 7,216 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Advise overheating

Pass 4 Jun 2013 6,333 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 5,062 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 27 May 2011 4,405 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 3,692 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 2,240 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 1,095 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 1,095 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 47,704 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 47,704 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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M316 UTF is a 1995 MG RV8 in Blue with a 3,940cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1995 MG RV8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 21,857 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M316 UTF, 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 31 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 M316 UTF registered?

M316 UTF is a 1995 MG RV8, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M316 UTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M316 UTF shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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