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P314 HAY

1997 MG RV8

Gold Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,200 mi
Last recorded10,200 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 MG RV812,724 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP314 HAY
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1997
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 16 Oct 2025 10,200 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 9,809 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 9,673 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 9,642 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 9,618 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 9,499 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 9,398 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 9,197 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking /feathering slight on outer edge (minimal)

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

slight oil leak

Pass 9 Jun 2016 8,958 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 8,648 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 8,346 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 7,880 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 7,632 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 7,363 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 6,914 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 6,480 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 5,805 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 5,143 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 4,270 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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P314 HAY is a 1997 MG RV8 in Gold with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 P314 HAY, 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 P314 HAY?

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What year was P314 HAY registered?

P314 HAY is a 1997 MG RV8, first registered on 16 January 1997.

Is P314 HAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P314 HAY shows 19 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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