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G18 MGR

1995 MG RV8

Black Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,499 mi
Last recorded53,499 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1995 MG RV821,857 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG18 MGR
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 12 Jun 2026 53,499 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2025 51,658 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 50,485 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 47,593 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 45,754 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 43,873 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 43,131 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 40,453 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 38,844 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 38,233 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 35,308 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 32,281 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 30,509 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 25,722 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 64,141 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 60,966 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 58,934 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 58,626 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 57,288 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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G18 MGR is a 1995 MG RV8 in Black with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 G18 MGR, 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.

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What year was G18 MGR registered?

G18 MGR is a 1995 MG RV8, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is G18 MGR safe to buy?

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