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M454 EGF

1995 MG RV8

Black Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,982 mi
Last recorded86,982 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2009
Typical for 1995 MG RV821,857 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM454 EGF
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2009 86,982 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 83,476 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 25 Oct 2006 83,467 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2005 83,068 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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M454 EGF is a 1995 MG RV8 in Black with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 M454 EGF, 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 M454 EGF?

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What year was M454 EGF registered?

M454 EGF is a 1995 MG RV8, first registered on 5 May 1995.

Is M454 EGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M454 EGF shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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