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RLD 821W

1980 MG B GT

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,880 mi
Last recorded65,880 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2011
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2011 65,880 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 65,481 miles

corroded slight inner wheel arch n/s/f

slight play in n/s/f king/pin

Pass 27 Oct 2008 65,297 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2008 65,295 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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RLD 821W is a 1980 MG B GT in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 53,854 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RLD 821W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 46 years old, this MG B GT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RLD 821W?

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What year was RLD 821W registered?

RLD 821W is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 1 December 1980.

Is RLD 821W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLD 821W shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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