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R251 ADP

1995 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2017
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

3,113 mi
Last recorded3,113 miles
Recorded on7 May 2016
Typical for 1995 MG RV821,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR251 ADP
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2016 3,113 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2015 2,710 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 2,710 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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R251 ADP is a 1995 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R251 ADP, 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 R251 ADP?

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What year was R251 ADP registered?

R251 ADP is a 1995 MG RV8, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is R251 ADP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R251 ADP shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R251 ADP have outstanding finance?

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