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N303 MVF

1996 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,964 mi
Last recorded14,964 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 MG RV822,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN303 MVF
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2026 14,964 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 14,866 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 14,683 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 14,010 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 13,357 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 12,144 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 11,683 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 11,636 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 11,435 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 10,659 miles

engine has a oil leak

Pass 26 Sep 2009 9,480 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 8,444 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 7,464 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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N303 MVF is a 1996 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 N303 MVF, 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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How do I check the history of N303 MVF?

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What year was N303 MVF registered?

N303 MVF is a 1996 MG RV8, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N303 MVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N303 MVF shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N303 MVF have outstanding finance?

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