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M55 MGR

1997 MG RV8

Red Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,573 mi
Last recorded2,573 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 MG RV812,724 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM55 MGR
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 2 Sep 2025 2,573 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 2,565 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 2,547 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 2,540 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 2,533 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 2,509 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 2,484 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 2,362 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 1,826 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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M55 MGR is a 1997 MG RV8 in Red with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 MG RV8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 12,724 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 M55 MGR, 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 29 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 M55 MGR?

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What year was M55 MGR registered?

M55 MGR is a 1997 MG RV8, first registered on 28 October 1997.

Is M55 MGR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M55 MGR shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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