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N276 XOD

1995 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

3,141 mi
Last recorded3,141 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1995 MG RV821,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN276 XOD
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 3,141 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2025 3,116 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 3,108 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 3,042 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 3,038 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 2,965 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 2,920 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 2,849 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 2,809 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 2,809 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear tyre cracking where tread meets sidewall

Offside Rear tyre cracking where tread meets sidewall

Pass 30 Dec 2014 2,802 miles

offside rear tyre tread cracked

Pass 26 Nov 2013 2,783 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 2,692 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Nov 2011 2,675 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 2,614 miles

Oil leak

alt belt whining

Pass 26 Jun 2009 2,108 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 2,108 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 Oct 2007 1,581 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 1,020 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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N276 XOD is a 1995 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 N276 XOD, 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 N276 XOD registered?

N276 XOD is a 1995 MG RV8, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is N276 XOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N276 XOD shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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