Mg ROADSTER

153 registered in New Zealand · 1933–2002 · 56% from United Kingdom

The Mg ROADSTER is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 153 registered across model years 1933 to 2002. 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 ROADSTER.

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153 On NZ Roads
1.8L Engine

Fuel Types

Mg ROADSTER fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

Fleet Age Profile

How many Mg ROADSTER 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 ROADSTER fleet age profile: 1964: 10, 1967: 10, 1976: 13, 1977: 13, 1979: 13.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Mg ROADSTER engine sizes: 1.8L 46%, 1.8L 33%, 1.8L 4%, 1.3L 2%, 1.5L 2%.

Imported From

Mg ROADSTER imported from: United Kingdom 56%, Not Known 37%, United States 5%, Germany 1%, Australia 1%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Mg ROADSTER NZ arrival timeline: 2010: 1, 2014: 4, 2015: 2, 2016: 2, 2019: 3.

Colours

RED 65 (42%)
GREEN 30 (20%)
BLUE 18 (12%)
WHITE 15 (10%)
YELLOW 8 (5%)
ORANGE 8 (5%)
BLACK 6 (4%)
CREAM 2 (1%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Mg ROADSTER regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 38, CHRISTCHURCH: 15, QUEENSTOWN-LAKES: 7, TIMARU: 7, WESTERN BAY OF PLENTY: 5.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Mg ROADSTER are there in New Zealand?

There are 153 Mg ROADSTER vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1933 to 2002.

What body type is the Mg ROADSTER?

The Mg ROADSTER 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 ROADSTER cars imported or NZ-new?

56% of Mg ROADSTER 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.