Mg TC

33 registered in New Zealand · 1946–1986 · 76% from United Kingdom

The Mg TC is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 33 registered across model years 1946 to 1986. 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 TC.

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33 On NZ Roads
1.3L Engine

Fuel Types

Mg TC fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Mg TC engine sizes: 1.3L 73%, 1.2L 9%, 1.0L 3%, 1.1L 3%, 1.4L 3%.

Imported From

Mg TC imported from: United Kingdom 76%, Not Known 21%, New Zealand 3%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Mg TC NZ arrival timeline: 2013: 2, 2014: 2, 2018: 1, 2020: 1, 2022: 2.

Colours

RED 13 (39%)
GREEN 5 (15%)
BLACK 5 (15%)
BLUE 3 (9%)
WHITE 3 (9%)
CREAM 3 (9%)
PURPLE 1 (3%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Mg TC regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 8, TAURANGA: 3, WELLINGTON: 2, NELSON: 2, INVERCARGILL: 2.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Mg TC are there in New Zealand?

There are 33 Mg TC vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1946 to 1986.

What body type is the Mg TC?

The Mg TC 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 TC cars imported or NZ-new?

76% of Mg TC vehicles in New Zealand originated from United Kingdom. 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.