Mg B
296 registered in New Zealand · 1963–1996 · 60% from United Kingdom
The Mg B is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 296 registered across model years 1963 to 1996. Most are petrol-powered sports cars with a 1.8L engine.
Below you'll find a complete breakdown of fuel types, body styles, drivetrain options, regional distribution, and estimated running costs. Select a specific model year to see detailed specs, buyer insights, and variant-level data for that generation of the B.
Fuel Types
Mg B fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.
Fleet Age Profile
How many Mg B vehicles from each manufacture year are still registered in NZ. Taller bars mean more of that year on the road — better parts availability and more mechanics who know it.
Mg B fleet age profile: 1973: 12, 1976: 11, 1977: 13, 1978: 19, 1979: 12.
Drivetrain
Engine Size
Mg B engine sizes: 1.8L 66%, 1.8L 26%, 3.5L 1%, 3.5L 1%, 1.8L 1%.
Imported From
Mg B imported from: United Kingdom 60%, Not Known 34%, New Zealand 3%, United States 2%, Australia 0%.
When They Arrived in NZ
When Mg B vehicles were first registered in New Zealand — showing import waves and buying trends.
Mg B NZ arrival timeline: 2019: 1, 2021: 1, 2022: 1, 2024: 1, 2025: 1.
Colours
Colours shown are approximate representations of NZTA basic colour categories, not exact manufacturer paint codes.
Where They Are in NZ
Mg B regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 69, CHRISTCHURCH: 39, WAIMAKARIRI: 12, DUNEDIN: 11, QUEENSTOWN-LAKES: 10.
Body Types
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many Mg B are there in New Zealand?
There are 296 Mg B vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1963 to 1996.
What body type is the Mg B?
The Mg B is primarily classified as a sports car in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: convertible, saloon, hatchback. The most common fuel type is petrol.
Are Mg B cars imported or NZ-new?
60% of Mg B vehicles in New Zealand originated from United Kingdom. A mix of NZ-new and imported vehicles make up the fleet. Check the import status and origin country for the specific year you're considering on the individual year pages.