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N540 OAE

1996 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3940cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,894 mi
Last recorded56,894 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 1996 MG RV822,013 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN540 OAE
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,940cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 7 Apr 2025 56,894 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 55,234 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2023 54,819 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 53,828 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 52,744 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 52,684 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 47,652 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 43,429 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 39,765 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 34,782 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 31,938 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 27,445 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 22,885 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 18,777 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 14,290 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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N540 OAE is a 1996 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,940cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 N540 OAE, 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 N540 OAE?

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What year was N540 OAE registered?

N540 OAE is a 1996 MG RV8, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N540 OAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N540 OAE shows 15 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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