£7,280 • £5,000 - £4,000
1979 MG B ROADSTER
United Kingdom • 29 Jan 2026 • Lot 36
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This is a well-kept, late rubber bumper MGB Roadster in Pageant Blue with a black interior, owned by the seller's late husband for the past three years. It features a desirable MX5 5-speed gearbox conversion, enhancing its drivability, and is accompanied by supporting paperwork, making it an attractive classic sports car.
Condition
7
The car presents very well both inside and out, with a smart interior and a tidy exterior finish, indicating a solid condition with slight wear. The presence of old MOT certificates and invoices suggests good maintenance. However, the car is not in pristine condition, so it doesn't rate higher.
/ 10
Manual
Transmission:
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Odometer:
11,812 miles
BVA476V
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
In Brief:
Very well kept example of a rubber bumper MGB
Finished in Pageant Blue with a black soft top over a black interior
Owned by The Vendor's late husband for the last 3 years
MX5 5-speed gearbox conversion
Auctioneer’s Notes:
A very tidy example of a late rubber bumper MG B Roadster, finished in Pageant Blue with a black soft top over a black interior.
This car is offered as a bereavement sale, having been owned by the Vendor’s late husband for the past three years.
With just five former keepers, it presents as a well-cared-for example of this ever-popular British sports car.
Maintenance & Condition:
The MG presents very well both inside and out, with a smart interior and a tidy exterior finish.
A notable upgrade is the Mazda MX-5 five-speed gearbox conversion, a highly regarded modification that significantly improves gearchange quality and makes the car more relaxed and enjoyable to drive, particularly on longer journeys.
The vehicle is accompanied by a variety o...
Points of note
£655
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£7,214
Median Price (Since 2020)
£69,680
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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Previous Sales
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Jul 03 2013
Latest MOT Mileage
10,795 miles
Registration Date
1979-12-12
MOT History
Passed
On Jul 04 2012 with 10,795 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Failed
On Jul 04 2012 with 10,795 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On Apr 20 2011 with 10,700 miles
Passed
On Apr 20 2010 with 10,602 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On Apr 21 2009 with 10,259 miles
Passed
On May 07 2008 with 9,970 miles
Passed
On May 22 2007 with 9,816 miles
Passed
On May 18 2006 with 9,126 miles
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