Mg B GT
98 registered in New Zealand · 1966–1980 · 61% from United Kingdom
The Mg B GT is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 98 registered across model years 1966 to 1980. 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 GT.
Fuel Types
Mg B GT fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.
Fleet Age Profile
How many Mg B GT 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 GT fleet age profile: 1970: 10, 1971: 10, 1972: 15, 1974: 16, 1976: 10.
Drivetrain
Engine Size
Mg B GT engine sizes: 1.8L 70%, 1.8L 11%, 3.5L 5%, 1.8L 3%, 3.9L 3%.
Imported From
Mg B GT imported from: United Kingdom 61%, Not Known 33%, New Zealand 5%, United States 1%.
When They Arrived in NZ
When Mg B GT vehicles were first registered in New Zealand — showing import waves and buying trends.
Mg B GT NZ arrival timeline: 2011: 1, 2012: 2, 2016: 1, 2019: 1, 2021: 1.
Colours
Colours shown are approximate representations of NZTA basic colour categories, not exact manufacturer paint codes.
Where They Are in NZ
Mg B GT regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 17, CHRISTCHURCH: 11, HAMILTON: 5, WHANGAREI: 5, TAURANGA: 4.
Body Types
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many Mg B GT are there in New Zealand?
There are 98 Mg B GT vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1966 to 1980.
What body type is the Mg B GT?
The Mg B GT is primarily classified as a sports car in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: hatchback, saloon. The most common fuel type is petrol.
Are Mg B GT cars imported or NZ-new?
61% of Mg B GT 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.