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FSV 797

1995 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,199 mi
Last recorded43,199 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1995 MG RV821,857 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSV 797
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2025 43,199 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 42,376 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 41,490 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 40,484 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 39,330 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 38,859 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 38,465 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 37,622 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 37,053 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 36,280 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 35,345 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 34,261 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 33,080 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 32,402 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 31,645 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 30,598 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 29,535 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 23,376 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 16,489 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 18 Sep 2006 9,712 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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FSV 797 is a 1995 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 FSV 797, 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 FSV 797?

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What year was FSV 797 registered?

FSV 797 is a 1995 MG RV8, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is FSV 797 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FSV 797 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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