CarVerify

Free Car Check

M849 URX

1995 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3946cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

1,785 mi
Last recorded1,785 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 1995 MG RV821,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationM849 URX
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 1,785 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 191 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Feb 2024 16,121 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing screen slightly. (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2023 16,121 miles

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

Pass 31 Dec 2021 15,381 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 14,105 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 12,505 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 11,141 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 10,189 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 10,189 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2016 9,173 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 7,905 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 6,458 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 Apr 2013 5,242 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 4,673 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 4,020 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 3,141 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 2,641 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 2,641 miles

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 6 May 2008 1,651 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 1,193 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 14,005 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
Full MG RV8 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

M849 URX is a 1995 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 M849 URX, 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

How do I check the history of M849 URX?

You can check the full history of M849 URX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was M849 URX registered?

M849 URX is a 1995 MG RV8, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M849 URX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M849 URX shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M849 URX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on M849 URX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.