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K31 MGR

1996 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

36,436 mi
Last recorded36,436 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 MG RV822,013 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK31 MGR
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 36,436 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 34,969 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 32,967 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2024 32,963 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 31,573 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 30,880 miles
Fail 11 May 2022 30,880 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 30,425 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 30,288 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 29,991 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 29,915 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 29,659 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 29,022 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 28,941 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 28,678 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 28,308 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 27,369 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 24,638 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 23,821 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 21,788 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 17,167 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 12,875 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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K31 MGR is a 1996 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1996 MG RV8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 22,013 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 K31 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 30 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 K31 MGR registered?

K31 MGR is a 1996 MG RV8, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is K31 MGR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K31 MGR shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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