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N916 PTL

1995 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,120 mi
Last recorded45,120 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 1995 MG RV821,857 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN916 PTL
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 21 May 2025 45,120 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 44,791 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 44,158 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 44,118 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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N916 PTL is a 1995 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 N916 PTL, 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

How do I check the history of N916 PTL?

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What year was N916 PTL registered?

N916 PTL is a 1995 MG RV8, first registered on 1 October 1995.

Is N916 PTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N916 PTL shows 4 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 N916 PTL have outstanding finance?

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