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N10 PSM

1996 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

20,812 mi
Last recorded20,812 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 1996 MG RV822,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN10 PSM
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 20,812 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 20,751 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2024 19,692 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 19,653 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Jan 2022 19,109 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 18,566 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 26 Jan 2021 18,544 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake performance not tested wheel locked on (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2020 18,240 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 17,535 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 16,734 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 16,281 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 15,212 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 15,062 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 14,803 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 15 Jan 2013 14,691 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 14,483 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 13,913 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 13,364 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 13,364 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 12,822 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 12,482 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 12,236 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 11,253 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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N10 PSM is a 1996 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 N10 PSM, 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.

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What year was N10 PSM registered?

N10 PSM is a 1996 MG RV8, first registered on 27 January 1996.

Is N10 PSM safe to buy?

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