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M174 WTM

1995 MG RV8

Blue Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

42,595 mi
Last recorded42,595 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2022
Typical for 1995 MG RV821,857 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM174 WTM
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2022 42,595 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 42,029 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 40,993 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 40,373 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 40,059 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 39,240 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 39,240 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 38,013 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 37,102 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2014 37,101 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 37,100 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 37,096 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 36,464 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 34,901 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Track rod end has a slight groove in the neck (2.2.C.1a)

Pass 17 Jan 2009 33,684 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 32,861 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 32,715 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2007 32,715 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Oct 2006 31,840 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2006 31,840 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Oct 2005 31,204 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Inner Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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M174 WTM is a 1995 MG RV8 in Blue with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 M174 WTM, 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

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What year was M174 WTM registered?

M174 WTM is a 1995 MG RV8, first registered on 3 July 1995.

Is M174 WTM safe to buy?

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