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M482 RCY

2007 MG RV8

Red Petrol 3940cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

19,550 mi
Last recorded19,550 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 MG RV816,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM482 RCY
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,940cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 19,550 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 18,986 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2024 18,957 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high unable to access adjustment screws (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high unable to access adjustment screws (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated Bending when pulled (1.1.6 (d))

Oil leak, but not excessive leaks from top and drips from below (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2023 18,612 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 18,140 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 17,488 miles

Brake lever worn but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 17,327 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 17,039 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 16,537 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 16,192 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 15,732 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 15,106 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 12,929 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 11,122 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 9,073 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 6,999 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 4,864 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 2,033 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 32,975 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 32,962 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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M482 RCY is a 2007 MG RV8 in Red with a 3,940cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2007 MG RV8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 16,364 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 M482 RCY, 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 19 years old, this MG RV8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M482 RCY registered?

M482 RCY is a 2007 MG RV8, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is M482 RCY safe to buy?

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