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M21 SYA

1995 MG RV8

Red Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

10,364 mi
Last recorded10,364 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1995 MG RV821,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM21 SYA
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 10,364 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 10,022 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 9,919 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 9,687 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 9,204 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 8,961 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 8,866 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 8,657 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 8,643 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 8,261 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 7,999 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 7,687 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 7,366 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 7,366 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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M21 SYA is a 1995 MG RV8 in Red with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M21 SYA, 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 M21 SYA?

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What year was M21 SYA registered?

M21 SYA is a 1995 MG RV8, first registered on 8 February 1995.

Is M21 SYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M21 SYA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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