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M98 XWS

2001 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,750 mi
Last recorded60,750 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM98 XWS
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 8 Dec 2007 60,750 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2006 59,249 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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M98 XWS is a 2001 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M98 XWS, 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 25 years old, this MG RV8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M98 XWS registered?

M98 XWS is a 2001 MG RV8, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is M98 XWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M98 XWS shows 2 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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