MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
19,309 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Emissions not tested fuel found to be leaking when engine runs (7.3.A.1)
Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS
All position lamps not working Front and rear (1.1.A.3b)
Electrical wiring inadequately supported King lead (1.9.2a)
Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
Offside front sill corroded to excess but not in prescribed area
All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Offside front sill corroded to excess but not in prescribed area
suspect corrosion behind chrome sill covers
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)
Problem with cooling system - possible head gasket fault
How Reliable is the MG B?
Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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AEC 821W is a 1980 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 AEC 821W, 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
How do I check the history of AEC 821W?
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What year was AEC 821W registered?
AEC 821W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 14 November 1980.
Is AEC 821W safe to buy?
The MOT history for AEC 821W shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does AEC 821W have outstanding finance?
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