1996 MG RV8 3.9L Petrol · P555 MGR
1996 MG RV8 (3.9L, petrol). First registered 30 Dec 1996. Recorded mileage 47,545 miles. MOT valid until 29 Oct 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- MG RV8
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 47,545 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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P555 MGR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/10/2026
- 47,545 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
P555 MGR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Mg Rv8 (P555 MGR) between October 2022 and October 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
P555 MGR Mileage History
- 13/10/202242,774 mi
- 31/10/202344,873 mi+2,099 mi
- 11/10/202446,273 mi+1,400 mi
- 20/10/202547,397 mi+1,124 mi
- 27/10/202647,545 mi+148 mi
Average of roughly 1,182 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for MG MG RV8
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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