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DOT 91

1995 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

57,732 mi
Last recorded57,732 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1995 MG RV821,857 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOT 91
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 57,732 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 57,675 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 57,640 miles
Fail 8 May 2024 57,640 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2023 57,517 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 57,515 miles
Fail 28 May 2022 57,515 miles

Central Rear Upper Exhaust system insecure replaced (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 May 2021 57,501 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 57,354 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 57,339 miles

Offside Front Battery charge seems a little low

Pass 21 Apr 2017 57,256 miles

Central Front Lower lower radiator hose starting to degenerate

Pass 13 Apr 2016 56,304 miles

Centre Front cross member paint starting to peel off

plastic side skirts fitted

Pass 27 Apr 2015 55,974 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2014 54,769 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 54,420 miles

headlamp beam deflectors fitted beam pattern ok

plastic sill guards fitted

water pump leaking

Pass 28 Feb 2012 54,084 miles

all tyre walls beginning to age

headlamps have continental deflectors fittred efficiency well above MOT TEST requirements

Pass 10 Apr 2011 53,802 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2011 53,802 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 53,147 miles
Fail 10 May 2009 52,939 miles

Offside Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 10 May 2009 52,939 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 52,772 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2008 52,772 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Apr 2007 52,362 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2007 52,362 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Dec 2005 51,793 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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DOT 91 is a 1995 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DOT 91, 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 DOT 91?

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What year was DOT 91 registered?

DOT 91 is a 1995 MG RV8, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is DOT 91 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOT 91 shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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