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P210 RBK

1997 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,158 mi
Last recorded14,158 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 MG RV812,724 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP210 RBK
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 18 Jun 2026 14,158 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2025 13,894 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2020 13,877 miles

Nearside Front inner track rod has slight play

Oil leak, but not excessive small leaks from engine and rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

coolant level low

Pass 5 Jan 2019 13,847 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2017 13,814 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 13,718 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 13,440 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 12,846 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 12,760 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 12,643 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 10,459 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 9,752 miles

Slight play in steering rack

Pass 5 May 2009 9,300 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all 4 tyres on limits and perishing advise replacement asap

n/s cat.convertor noisey advise replacement

Pass 25 Apr 2008 8,431 miles

tyres poor

Pass 10 Apr 2007 6,460 miles

all 4 tyres perrished / cracked sidewalls

Pass 26 Oct 2005 5,670 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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P210 RBK is a 1997 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P210 RBK, 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.

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What year was P210 RBK registered?

P210 RBK is a 1997 MG RV8, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P210 RBK safe to buy?

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