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N981 LBX

1996 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3940cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,503 mi
Last recorded23,503 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 MG RV822,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN981 LBX
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,940cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 24 Jun 2026 23,503 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 22,542 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 21,759 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 20,610 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 18,843 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 17,151 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 15,593 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 14,646 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 11,560 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 8,588 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 5,622 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 1,445 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 787 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 62,525 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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N981 LBX is a 1996 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,940cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 N981 LBX, 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 N981 LBX?

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What year was N981 LBX registered?

N981 LBX is a 1996 MG RV8, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N981 LBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N981 LBX shows 14 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 N981 LBX have outstanding finance?

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