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DRX 258B

1997 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,377 mi
Last recorded35,377 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1997 MG B32,605 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRX 258B
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 35,377 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2025 35,377 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2025 35,377 miles

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

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 18 May 2017 35,213 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 34,909 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 34,550 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 34,550 miles

Offside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 22 May 2008 34,196 miles

offside rear brake effort slightly low

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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DRX 258B is a 1997 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 32,605 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 DRX 258B, 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 29 years old, this MG B is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DRX 258B?

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What year was DRX 258B registered?

DRX 258B is a 1997 MG B, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is DRX 258B safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRX 258B shows 8 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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