£10,001
1996 MG RV8
United Kingdom • 12 Mar 2026
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This MG RV8, originally 'Woodcote Green' but repainted in 'Flame Red', features upgraded wheels, a V8 engine, and an enhanced ECU. Imported from Japan in 2010 and converted to MPH, it shows ~18,600 miles, though the mileage is unreliable due to the conversion, and benefits from recent servicing and upgrades.
Condition
7
Minor wear, recent investment.
/ 10
Manual
Transmission:
SARRAWBMBMG002022
Chassis No:
Odometer:
18,614 miles
[Reg Number]
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Pairing classic British roadster style with the unmistakable rumble of a V8 - timeless looks, effortless torque, and pure MG character.
The car is fitted with upgraded 17", 8-spoke Compomotive alloy wheels with MG centre emblems.
All appeared to be in lovely condition, with just a couple of very minor marks: overall these are really smart.
The front and rear of the RV8 are both fitted with Avon ZV7 tyres in size 205/50/17 from 2018.
Please take time to review the photos and videos for a detailed view of the exterior, wheels, and tyres so you can make your own assessment of their condition.
Tyres are a key safety item, and you should consider replacing any that are cracked, perished, unevenly worn, or over 10 years old.
The bodywork of the MG showed in lovely overall condition.
Looking over the exterior, the panel lines look straight and well-aligned, and no major dings or dents were spotted when looking around the car.
Underneath the car, we observed no major issues, al...
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£7,711
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£17,280
Median Price (Since 2020)
£36,839
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Mar 20 2027
Latest MOT Mileage
18,614 miles
Registration Date
1996-10-01
MOT History
Passed
On Feb 24 2026 with 18,614 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Passed
On Mar 21 2025 with 17,928 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Passed
On Feb 23 2024 with 13,622 miles
Passed
On May 05 2023 with 12,975 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Minor:
- Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Failed
On Apr 25 2023 with 12,975 miles
There were 11 defects noted.
Major:
- Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
- Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- Nearside Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
- Offside Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
- Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
Minor:
- Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed
On Apr 23 2021 with 12,201 miles
Passed
On Jul 02 2019 with 11,785 miles
Passed
On Jun 19 2018 with 8,760 miles
Passed
On Jun 01 2017 with 5,181 miles
Passed
On Jun 02 2016 with 1,827 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Oil pressure switch leaking
Failed
On Jun 02 2016 with 1,827 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Oil pressure switch leaking
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
Passed
On Jun 15 2015 with 101 miles
Failed
On Jun 11 2015 with 99 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
- Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Passed
On Jun 24 2011 with 62 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
User Entered:
- nearside front bump stop deteriorated
- offside front bumpstop deteriorated
- nearside rear bump stop deteriorated
- offside rear bump stop deteriorated
- Oil leak
Failed
On Jun 21 2011 with 62 miles
There were 11 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
- Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)
User Entered:
- nearside front bump stop deteriorated
- offside front bumpstop deteriorated
- nearside rear bump stop deteriorated
- offside rear bump stop deteriorated
- Oil leak
Passed
On May 17 2010 with 16 miles
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