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M997 VJL

1996 MG RV8

Red Petrol 3940cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2018
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,582 mi
Last recorded75,582 miles
Recorded on8 May 2017
Typical for 1996 MG RV822,013 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM997 VJL
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,940cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 8 May 2017 75,582 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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M997 VJL is a 1996 MG RV8 in Red with a 3,940cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 M997 VJL, 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 M997 VJL registered?

M997 VJL is a 1996 MG RV8, first registered on 1 June 1996.

Is M997 VJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M997 VJL shows 1 test 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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