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A4 PLJ

1995 MG RV8

Red Petrol 3940cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

27,574 mi
Last recorded27,574 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1995 MG RV821,857 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA4 PLJ
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,940cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 27,574 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 26,417 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 25,164 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 24,092 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 23,046 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 22,189 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2020 22,166 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2019 22,131 miles

Emissions not tested Due to unexpected coolant loss. (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 21,796 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 21,796 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2016 21,417 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 21,085 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 20,976 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 20,963 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 13 May 2013 20,202 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 17,904 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 14,311 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 11,461 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 7,917 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 4,548 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 4,547 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 3,900 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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A4 PLJ is a 1995 MG RV8 in Red with a 3,940cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 A4 PLJ, 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

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What year was A4 PLJ registered?

A4 PLJ is a 1995 MG RV8, first registered on 1 January 1995.

Is A4 PLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A4 PLJ shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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