£3,920 • £3,500 - £4,500
1979 MGB Roadster
United Kingdom • 10 Dec 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1979 MGB Roadster, finished in black with a black leatherette interior, offers a classic aesthetic. It features a 1798cc engine, polished Wolfrace-style wheels, a stainless steel exhaust, and a hardtop, with the soft-top frame and canvas in good condition, complemented by a long-term ownership since December 2009 and a valid MOT until June 2026, despite its mileage of 114,000 miles being unverified and the full history being lost.
Condition
6
The car is described as being in good condition for its age and mileage, but with some expected age-related marks. It has a valid MOT until June 2026 with no advisories and has been reliably driven. However, the mileage cannot be verified and the full history has been lost.
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Manual
Transmission:
GHN5495709G
Chassis No:
Odometer:
114,000 miles
AOK776T
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Description 23 old MOT certificates; current MOT is valid until June 2026 with no advisories; complete with a hardtop This 1979 MGB Roadster presents an appealing opportunity for any classic car enthusiast.
Finished in black with a matching black leatherette interior and complemented by a wooden steering wheel, it offers a timeless look that suits the iconic lines of the MGB.
The current keeper has owned the car since December 2009, contributing to a long period of stable ownership.
The car shows 114,000 miles, although this figure cannot be verified.
First registered in May 1979, it comes with a hardtop, and the soft-top frame and canvas are still in good condition.
They only need to be refitted if required, and both these parts, along with a tonneau cover, are stored in the boot.
Powered by a 1798cc engine, the car drove over 25 miles to the sale without issue and has continued to start and run reliably while on site for photographs and video.
It sits on a set of polished Wolf...
Points of note
£655
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£7,245
Median Price (Since 2020)
£69,680
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Jun 10 2026
Latest MOT Mileage
13,211 miles
Registration Date
1979-05-18
MOT History
Passed
On May 13 2025 with 13,211 miles
Passed
On May 17 2024 with 12,429 miles
Passed
On May 16 2023 with 11,781 miles
Passed
On May 18 2022 with 10,922 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Minor:
- Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Passed
On May 17 2021 with 10,202 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Failed
On May 13 2021 with 10,166 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Major:
- Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed
On May 20 2020 with 8,921 miles
Passed
On May 15 2019 with 8,019 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Passed
On May 11 2018 with 7,411 miles
Passed
On May 15 2017 with 6,264 miles
Passed
On May 11 2016 with 5,152 miles
Passed
On May 11 2015 with 4,339 miles
Passed
On May 13 2014 with 3,596 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
Passed
On Jun 11 2013 with 2,744 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
- Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
User Entered:
- Oil leak
Failed
On Jun 03 2013 with 2,614 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of a lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
- Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
Advisory:
- Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
- Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
User Entered:
- Oil leak
Failed
On May 29 2012 with 1,994 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn linkage (2.7.4)
Passed
On May 29 2012 with 1,994 miles
Passed
On May 09 2011 with 98,847 miles
Passed
On May 10 2010 with 95,473 miles
Passed
On May 29 2009 with 94,171 miles
Passed
On Jun 05 2008 with 93,847 miles
Passed
On Jun 05 2007 with 93,554 miles
Passed
On Jun 02 2006 with 92,677 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
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