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N5 RGW

1997 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3940cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

19,566 mi
Last recorded19,566 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1997 MG RV812,724 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN5 RGW
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,940cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 19,566 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 19,044 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 18,311 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 18,221 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 17,843 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 17,320 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 17,131 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 16,197 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 15,132 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 13,581 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 12,597 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 10,679 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 10,679 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 9,167 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 8,869 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 8,736 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 8,449 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 8,039 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 7,517 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 7,067 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 6,262 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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N5 RGW is a 1997 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,940cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1997 MG RV8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 12,724 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 N5 RGW, 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 29 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 N5 RGW?

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What year was N5 RGW registered?

N5 RGW is a 1997 MG RV8, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is N5 RGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N5 RGW shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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