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H18 RVB

1997 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3940cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

14,027 mi
Last recorded14,027 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1997 MG RV812,724 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH18 RVB
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,940cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 14,027 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 13,638 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 13,282 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 12,735 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 12,240 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 11,770 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 11,422 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 11,095 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 10,574 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 10,245 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber week operation

Pass 11 May 2016 9,471 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 8,768 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 8,072 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Apr 2013 7,080 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 7,080 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 6,662 miles

handbrake warning light remains illuminated when handbrake is released

Fail 10 May 2012 6,662 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

handbrake warning light remains illuminated when handbrake is released

Pass 24 May 2011 5,072 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 4,613 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 4,613 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Jan 2009 3,815 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 3,133 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 1,725 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 838 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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H18 RVB is a 1997 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,940cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 MG RV8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 12,724 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 H18 RVB, 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 29 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 H18 RVB registered?

H18 RVB is a 1997 MG RV8, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is H18 RVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for H18 RVB shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H18 RVB have outstanding finance?

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