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N955 BRC

1995 MG RV8

Blue Petrol 3940cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

51,129 mi
Last recorded51,129 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 1995 MG RV821,857 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN955 BRC
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,940cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 51,129 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 1 Dec 2025 51,120 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 2 Dec 2024 50,629 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Dec 2023 49,399 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both nearside and offside ()

Pass 6 Dec 2022 48,503 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 8 Dec 2021 47,341 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Dec 2020 46,249 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 45,564 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 Nov 2018 41,290 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 Dec 2017 37,558 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 24 Nov 2016 33,864 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 29,623 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 28,249 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 26,834 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 24,079 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 21,995 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 21,419 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 21,268 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 21,191 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 8 Aug 2007 20,628 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 20,628 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 19,380 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 19,380 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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N955 BRC is a 1995 MG RV8 in Blue with a 3,940cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 N955 BRC, 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 N955 BRC registered?

N955 BRC is a 1995 MG RV8, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is N955 BRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N955 BRC shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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