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N157 DRJ

1995 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,781 mi
Last recorded36,781 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 1995 MG RV821,857 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN157 DRJ
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2025 36,781 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 36,736 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 36,689 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 36,044 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 34,967 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 33,163 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 33,162 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 32,640 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 32,138 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 32,042 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 30,989 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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N157 DRJ is a 1995 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 N157 DRJ, 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 N157 DRJ registered?

N157 DRJ is a 1995 MG RV8, first registered on 18 August 1995.

Is N157 DRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N157 DRJ shows 11 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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