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N532 MVF

1995 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

38,045 mi
Last recorded38,045 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1995 MG RV821,857 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN532 MVF
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc
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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 38,045 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 37,744 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Aug 2024 37,743 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2022 37,357 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres cracking between tread on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 35,042 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 34,911 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 33,928 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 32,890 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

seat belt restricted movement

Pass 20 Mar 2017 29,127 miles

rear brakes may need attention

Pass 1 Apr 2016 27,959 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 27,953 miles

Offside brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 26,060 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 22,806 miles

rear brakes may need attention

Pass 5 Sep 2012 20,803 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 16,662 miles

rear brakes may need attention, nearside reading low.

Pass 10 Sep 2010 14,373 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 13,628 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 13,561 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 12,688 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 10,458 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 7,110 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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N532 MVF is a 1995 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1995 MG RV8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 21,857 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 N532 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 31 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 N532 MVF registered?

N532 MVF is a 1995 MG RV8, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is N532 MVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N532 MVF shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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