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M418 XTC

1994 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

8,883 mi
Last recorded8,883 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1994 MG RV825,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM418 XTC
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 8,883 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 8,740 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 8,602 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2024 8,602 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2021 8,568 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 8,134 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 8,105 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 8,048 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 8,041 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 7,885 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 7,781 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 7,728 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 6,439 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 5,657 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 4,810 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 3,663 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 2,465 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2008 2,465 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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M418 XTC is a 1994 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1994 MG RV8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 25,309 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 M418 XTC, 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 32 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 M418 XTC registered?

M418 XTC is a 1994 MG RV8, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M418 XTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M418 XTC shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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