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N11 TGM

1996 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3940cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,627 mi
Last recorded26,627 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 MG RV822,013 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN11 TGM
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,940cc
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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2025 26,627 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 26,348 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 25,788 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 25,227 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 24,808 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 24,282 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 23,841 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 24,122 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 23,668 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 22,245 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 21,697 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 20,953 miles

Both rear suspension bump stops deteriorated.

Pass 1 Aug 2013 20,428 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 19,924 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 19,205 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 18,454 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2009 17,814 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 16,667 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jul 2007 15,366 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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N11 TGM 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 N11 TGM, 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

How do I check the history of N11 TGM?

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What year was N11 TGM registered?

N11 TGM is a 1996 MG RV8, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N11 TGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N11 TGM 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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