Mg GT

141 registered in New Zealand · 1965–1981 · 77% from Not Known

The Mg GT is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 141 registered across model years 1965 to 1981. 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 GT.

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141 On NZ Roads
1.8L Engine

Fuel Types

Mg GT fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

Fleet Age Profile

How many Mg 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 GT fleet age profile: 1967: 11, 1971: 25, 1972: 19, 1974: 19, 1978: 14.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Mg GT engine sizes: 1.8L 79%, 1.8L 11%, 2.9L 2%, 3.5L 1%, 0.8L 1%.

Imported From

Mg GT imported from: Not Known 77%, United Kingdom 21%, New Zealand 1%, Malaysia 1%, Germany 1%.

Colours

RED 31 (22%)
GREEN 31 (22%)
WHITE 23 (16%)
BLUE 18 (13%)
ORANGE 18 (13%)
YELLOW 8 (6%)
BROWN 4 (3%)
GOLD 4 (3%)

Colours shown are approximate representations of NZTA basic colour categories, not exact manufacturer paint codes.

Where They Are in NZ

Mg GT regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 29, CHRISTCHURCH: 13, DUNEDIN: 8, HAMILTON: 6, TASMAN: 6.

Body Types

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3 Porsche logo
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4 Nissan logo
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5 Chevrolet logo
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Mg GT are there in New Zealand?

There are 141 Mg GT vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1965 to 1981.

What body type is the Mg GT?

The Mg GT is primarily classified as a sports car in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: saloon, hatchback, convertible. The most common fuel type is petrol.

Are Mg GT cars imported or NZ-new?

77% of Mg GT vehicles in New Zealand originated from Not Known. The majority arrived as used imports, which is typical for this model. Check the import status and origin country for the specific year you're considering on the individual year pages.