VehicleVerdict

M & G Mgb years to avoid

Across 1968–1980, no single Mgb year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1979 drew the most complaints; 1977 the fewest.

5

Total complaints

8

Recall campaigns

1968–1980

Years covered

0

Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

M & G Mgb NHTSA complaints by model year2 complaints1968: 0 complaints1969: 0 complaints1972: 0 complaints1973: 0 complaints1975: 0 complaints1976: 0 complaints1977: 0 complaints1978: 2 complaints1979: 2 complaints1980: 1 complaints
M & G Mgb NHTSA complaints by model year. Red bars are years to avoid.

Every Mgb year

YearComplaintsRecalls
198011
197922
197824
197703
197601
197501
197301
197201
196901
196801

Common questions

What is the best year for the M & G Mgb?

By complaint volume, 1977 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Mgb years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the M & G Mgb have?

Across all model years, the Mgb has 8 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 5 consumer complaints on file.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.