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M6 DFO

1996 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3940cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,980 mi
Last recorded14,980 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 MG RV822,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM6 DFO
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,940cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2026 14,980 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 14,812 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 14,590 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 14,302 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 13,865 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 13,375 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 12,997 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 11,946 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 11,523 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 9,811 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 8,695 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 8,290 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 7,777 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 7,323 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 6,266 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 5,245 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 4,493 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 4,036 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 2,681 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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M6 DFO is a 1996 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,940cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 MG RV8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 22,013 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 M6 DFO, 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 30 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 M6 DFO registered?

M6 DFO is a 1996 MG RV8, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is M6 DFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for M6 DFO shows 19 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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