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M491 UTF

1994 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3940cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

41,585 mi
Last recorded41,585 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1994 MG RV825,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM491 UTF
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,940cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 41,585 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 41,574 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 41,179 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 40,516 miles

sticker in windscreen swept area nearside

Pass 22 Feb 2019 39,700 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 38,920 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 37,914 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 36,226 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2015 33,788 miles

drivers seat back has slight movement

Pass 26 Feb 2014 31,539 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 29,301 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 27,038 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 27,038 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 25,001 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 23,880 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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M491 UTF is a 1994 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,940cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1994 MG RV8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 25,309 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 M491 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 32 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 M491 UTF?

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What year was M491 UTF registered?

M491 UTF is a 1994 MG RV8, first registered on 1 November 1994.

Is M491 UTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M491 UTF shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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