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M982 TAW

1995 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3940cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,378 mi
Last recorded7,378 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 1995 MG RV821,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM982 TAW
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,940cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 27 Jul 2026 7,378 miles

o/s inn rack joint

slight power steering and oil leak

Pass 18 Jul 2025 7,137 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 6,643 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 6,073 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 5,534 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 4,650 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 4,458 miles

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 3,847 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 2,819 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 1,310 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 36,920 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 36,742 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 36,489 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 35,960 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

o/s front bump-stop mounting bent allowing contact with steering arm bolts on full lock

Pass 27 Feb 2008 35,595 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 34,810 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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M982 TAW is a 1995 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,940cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M982 TAW, 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 M982 TAW registered?

M982 TAW is a 1995 MG RV8, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M982 TAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M982 TAW shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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