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M600 RVB

1998 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

50,163 mi
Last recorded50,163 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 MG RV830,346 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM600 RVB
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 50,163 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 49,699 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 48,702 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2023 48,690 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 47,473 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 46,558 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 46,305 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 45,733 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 45,340 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 44,433 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 43,353 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 42,592 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 40,757 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 38,884 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 37,369 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Apr 2009 35,221 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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M600 RVB is a 1998 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1998 MG RV8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 30,346 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 M600 RVB, 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 28 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 M600 RVB?

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What year was M600 RVB registered?

M600 RVB is a 1998 MG RV8, first registered on 21 May 1998.

Is M600 RVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M600 RVB shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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