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TDZ 330

1997 MG RV8

Green Other 3950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,274 mi
Last recorded21,274 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 MG RV812,724 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTDZ 330
MakeMG
ModelRV8
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeOther
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 14 Aug 2025 21,274 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 20,696 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 20,001 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 19,832 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 19,037 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 18,935 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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TDZ 330 is a 1997 MG RV8 in Green with a 3,950cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 TDZ 330, 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 TDZ 330?

You can check the full history of TDZ 330 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was TDZ 330 registered?

TDZ 330 is a 1997 MG RV8, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is TDZ 330 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TDZ 330 shows 6 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 TDZ 330 have outstanding finance?

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