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N570 PHM

1996 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,651 mi
Last recorded64,651 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 MG RV822,013 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN570 PHM
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2026 64,651 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 63,882 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 63,073 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 62,138 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 61,023 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 58,698 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 57,442 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 56,162 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 54,322 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 52,726 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 50,718 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 48,465 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 47,051 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 45,380 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 43,393 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 41,660 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 39,743 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 37,602 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 36,257 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 34,915 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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N570 PHM is a 1996 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 N570 PHM, 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 N570 PHM?

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What year was N570 PHM registered?

N570 PHM is a 1996 MG RV8, first registered on 23 February 1996.

Is N570 PHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N570 PHM shows 20 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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