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P344 RYB

1995 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3940cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

48 mi
Last recorded48 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 1995 MG RV821,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP344 RYB
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,940cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 48 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 1 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 50,311 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 48,649 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 48,583 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 48,570 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 47,607 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 47,607 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 47,019 miles

important documents attached to windscreen

o/s/f road wheel close to front bumper on locks check

rear brakes slightly uneven application

wiper blades poor condition

Fail 15 May 2012 47,019 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

important documents attached to windscreen

o/s/f road wheel close to front bumper on locks check

rear brakes slightly uneven application

wiper blades poor condition

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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P344 RYB is a 1995 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,940cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P344 RYB, 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 P344 RYB?

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What year was P344 RYB registered?

P344 RYB is a 1995 MG RV8, first registered on 8 November 1995.

Is P344 RYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P344 RYB shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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