1979 MG MGB GT 1.8

Price: £8,995.

AskCar lists 23 used MG MGB GT from 15 UK dealerships, as of 7 November 2026.

Overview

  • Make: MG
  • Model: MGB GT
  • Version: 1.8 Manual RWD 2dr (97 bhp)
  • Year: 1979
  • Mileage: 61,700 miles
  • Fuel: Petrol
  • Body: Coupe, 2 doors, 2 seats
  • Engine: 1.8 litres, 97 bhp
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Drive: Rear-wheel drive
  • Colour: Green

About this car

The advertised mileage for this 1979 MG MGB GT is 61,700 miles. Since we first spotted the advert 119 days ago, the asking price has dropped by £1,000. According to the government's MOT record, its advertised mileage is consistent with the latest test. It is for sale at Twyford 4 X 4 in Winkfield. How to contact the dealer and its opening hours are on this AskCar page.

Stock data as of 7 November 2026.

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Time on sale

This 1979 MG MGB GT has been on sale for at least 119 days.

Price history

AskCar first saw this advert on 11 July 2026 at £9,995. Its asking price is now £8,995, £1,000 less. The latest price cut was seen on 22 October 2026.

Price changes recorded:

  • 12 July 2026: £9,995
  • 22 October 2026: £8,995

Mileage and MOT

It has had 3 MOTs. The latest, on 1 June 2017, passed.

There were no advisories at the latest test.

Mileage at that test: 1,403 miles, which matches the advertised 61,700 miles.

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