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N66 MGR

1995 MG RV8

Blue Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

31,470 mi
Last recorded31,470 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2026
Typical for 1995 MG RV821,857 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN66 MGR
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2026 31,470 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2025 31,404 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 30,541 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2024 30,541 miles

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation Activates and releases slower than offside brake (1.2.1 (d))

Clutch pedal return spring snapped

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

Pass 9 Aug 2023 29,972 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2022 29,075 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2021 28,030 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine sump, gearbox and rear differential cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 May 2021 28,030 miles

Rear Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine sump, gearbox and rear differential cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2020 27,551 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 26,382 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2018 24,288 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 22,674 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 20,032 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 18,986 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 18,371 miles

suspension, steering, front subframe and rear axle surface rusting

Pass 17 Aug 2013 18,361 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 18,349 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 18,298 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 18,231 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 18,068 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 17,947 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 17,727 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2005 17,581 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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N66 MGR is a 1995 MG RV8 in Blue with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 N66 MGR, 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 N66 MGR registered?

N66 MGR is a 1995 MG RV8, first registered on 20 October 1995.

Is N66 MGR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N66 MGR shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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