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P31 MGR

2007 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

25,642 mi
Last recorded25,642 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 MG RV816,364 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP31 MGR
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year2007
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc
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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 25,642 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 25,473 miles

Nearside Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn need service (1.1.1 (b))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2022 25,325 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 24,599 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 24,331 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 23,379 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 21,706 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 20,140 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 19,918 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 19,198 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 16,800 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 15,096 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 12,292 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 22 Jun 2011 9,634 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 9,634 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 6,970 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 4,000 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 1,383 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 34,598 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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P31 MGR is a 2007 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2007 MG RV8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 16,364 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 P31 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 19 years old, this MG RV8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P31 MGR registered?

P31 MGR is a 2007 MG RV8, first registered on 22 May 2007.

Is P31 MGR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P31 MGR shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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