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P88 MGR

1996 MG RV8

Blue Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,317 mi
Last recorded45,317 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 MG RV822,013 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP88 MGR
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2025 45,317 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 43,814 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 42,841 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 40,371 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 39,956 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 39,469 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 39,285 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 38,991 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 34,029 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 30,877 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 29,044 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 28,040 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 26,501 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 23,242 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 22,068 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 20,178 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 17,783 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 17,677 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 17,648 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 17,372 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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P88 MGR is a 1996 MG RV8 in Blue with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 MG RV8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 22,013 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 P88 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 30 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 P88 MGR?

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What year was P88 MGR registered?

P88 MGR is a 1996 MG RV8, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P88 MGR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P88 MGR shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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