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823 CWT

1980 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,417 mi
Last recorded12,417 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2021
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration823 CWT
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2021 12,417 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2021 12,417 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Sound deadening material not fully secure under bonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 11,566 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 11,205 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 10,422 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 10,419 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 10,418 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 10,417 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 10,310 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 10,305 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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823 CWT is a 1980 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1980 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 50,608 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 823 CWT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 46 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 823 CWT registered?

823 CWT is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 1 September 1980.

Is 823 CWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for 823 CWT shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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