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MGV 811V

1994 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,948 mi
Last recorded33,948 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1994 MG RV825,309 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGV 811V
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2025 33,948 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2024 33,849 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2023 33,826 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 33,772 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2021 33,605 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 33,469 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 33,362 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 33,286 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 33,045 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 32,732 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 32,560 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 32,454 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 32,252 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 31,896 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 31,550 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 30,804 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 30,186 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 29,398 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 28,714 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 27,900 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2005 26,437 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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MGV 811V is a 1994 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MGV 811V, 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 MGV 811V?

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What year was MGV 811V registered?

MGV 811V is a 1994 MG RV8, first registered on 26 January 1994.

Is MGV 811V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGV 811V shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MGV 811V have outstanding finance?

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