Mg MIDGET

325 registered in New Zealand · 1930–1980 · 55% from Not Known

The Mg MIDGET is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 325 registered across model years 1930 to 1980. Most are petrol-powered sports cars with a 1.3L 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 MIDGET.

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325 On NZ Roads
1.3L Engine

Fuel Types

Mg MIDGET fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%, OTHER 0%.

Fleet Age Profile

How many Mg MIDGET 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 MIDGET fleet age profile: 1970: 39, 1971: 19, 1972: 17, 1973: 12, 1975: 10.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Mg MIDGET engine sizes: 1.3L 38%, 1.1L 30%, 0.9L 6%, 1.5L 6%, 1.5L 5%.

Imported From

Mg MIDGET imported from: Not Known 55%, United Kingdom 39%, New Zealand 4%, Australia 1%, United States 0%.

When They Arrived in NZ

When Mg MIDGET vehicles were first registered in New Zealand — showing import waves and buying trends.

Mg MIDGET NZ arrival timeline: 2017: 2, 2019: 1, 2022: 1, 2023: 1, 2024: 2.

Colours

RED 130 (40%)
GREEN 63 (19%)
WHITE 53 (16%)
BLUE 33 (10%)
YELLOW 16 (5%)
BLACK 11 (3%)
ORANGE 8 (2%)
CREAM 6 (2%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Mg MIDGET regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 75, CHRISTCHURCH: 48, TAURANGA: 12, WELLINGTON: 10, WAIMAKARIRI: 10.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Mg MIDGET are there in New Zealand?

There are 325 Mg MIDGET vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1930 to 1980.

What body type is the Mg MIDGET?

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

Are Mg MIDGET cars imported or NZ-new?

55% of Mg MIDGET vehicles in New Zealand originated from Not Known. 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.