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SYB 6F

2003 MG RV8

Blue Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

7,508 mi
Last recorded7,508 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 MG RV823,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSYB 6F
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 7,508 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 7,358 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 7,233 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 7,047 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 6,868 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 6,733 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 6,112 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 5,718 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 5,382 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 5,073 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 5,073 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 4,497 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 4,497 miles

Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 4,013 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 3,153 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

hand brake lever travel high

Pass 28 Sep 2011 1,827 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 1,605 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 1,354 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2009 1,354 miles

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 4 Dec 2006 1,075 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 1,075 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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SYB 6F is a 2003 MG RV8 in Blue with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 MG RV8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 23,304 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 SYB 6F, 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 23 years old, this MG RV8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SYB 6F registered?

SYB 6F is a 2003 MG RV8, first registered on 8 December 2003.

Is SYB 6F safe to buy?

The MOT history for SYB 6F shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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