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P890 XDE

1997 MG RV8

Green Petrol 3950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

16,381 mi
Last recorded16,381 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 MG RV812,724 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP890 XDE
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 16,381 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 15,919 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 15,063 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 14,235 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 13,441 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 12,737 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 11,658 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 10,899 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 10,353 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 9,530 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 9,530 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 7,085 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 5,602 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 4,602 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 3,575 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 2,264 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 1,430 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 711 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 49 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 11,668 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2006 11,659 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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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P890 XDE is a 1997 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 P890 XDE, 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 P890 XDE?

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What year was P890 XDE registered?

P890 XDE is a 1997 MG RV8, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P890 XDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P890 XDE shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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