1981 MG MGB 1.8 Roadster

Overview

• Make: MG
• Model: MGB
• Trim: Roadster
• Version: 1.8 Roadster Manual RWD 2dr (97 bhp)
• Year: 1981
• Mileage: 57,000 miles
• Fuel: Petrol
• Body: Convertible, 2 doors, 2 seats
• Engine: 1.8 litres, 97 bhp
• Gearbox: Manual
• Drive: Rear-wheel drive
• Colour: Brown

About this car

This 1981 MG MGB Roadster has covered 57,000 miles. We first recorded this car for sale 40 days ago. According to the government's MOT record, its advertised mileage is consistent with the latest test. You can find this car at Classicwise in Southwell (Newark and Sherwood). How to contact the dealer and its opening hours are on this AskCar page.

Stock data as of 4 November 2026.

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Time on sale

This 1981 MG MGB has been on sale for at least 40 days.

Price history

AskCar first saw this advert on 25 September 2026 at £8,450. Its asking price has not changed.

Mileage and MOT

It failed its MOT on 1 June 2021 (rear fog lamp not working) and passed later the same day.

Advisories at the latest test: oil leak, but not excessive engine.

Mileage at that test: 55,426 miles, which matches the advertised 57,000 miles.

Similar cars

1 other 1981 MG MGB Roadster 1.8 petrol manual convertible is for sale at UK dealers, as of 4 November 2026.

The closest to this car in mileage:

• 1981 MG MGB Roadster, 1.8 petrol convertible, black. Mileage: 27,000 miles. Price: £14,995, £6,545 more than this car. Dealer: Kim Cairns in Snettisham. AskCar page: https://askcar.co.uk/car/mg-mgb-1981-82b7664d57b4