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AEC 821W

1980 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

19,309 mi
Last recorded19,309 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2019
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAEC 821W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2019 19,309 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 19,268 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 19,268 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2015 19,217 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2015 19,208 miles

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)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 19,158 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 19,102 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 19,102 miles

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)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 18,857 miles

Offside front sill corroded to excess but not in prescribed area

Fail 10 Aug 2012 18,857 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2009 18,795 miles

suspect corrosion behind chrome sill covers

Pass 30 May 2008 18,655 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 18,583 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 18,556 miles

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.

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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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.

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