Mg TD
83 registered in New Zealand · 1949–1953 · 64% from United Kingdom
The Mg TD is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 83 registered across model years 1949 to 1953. 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 TD.
Fuel Types
Mg TD fuel type breakdown: PETROL 98%, OTHER 2%.
Fleet Age Profile
How many Mg TD 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 TD fleet age profile: 1950: 16, 1951: 23, 1952: 25, 1953: 18.
Drivetrain
Engine Size
Mg TD engine sizes: 1.3L 60%, 1.2L 11%, 1.0L 10%, 1.3L 6%, 1.1L 5%.
Imported From
Mg TD imported from: United Kingdom 64%, Not Known 31%, United States 2%, New Zealand 1%, Australia 1%.
When They Arrived in NZ
When Mg TD vehicles were first registered in New Zealand — showing import waves and buying trends.
Mg TD NZ arrival timeline: 2015: 3, 2017: 1, 2019: 2, 2020: 1, 2021: 2.
Colours
Colours shown are approximate representations of NZTA basic colour categories, not exact manufacturer paint codes.
Where They Are in NZ
Mg TD regional distribution: CHRISTCHURCH: 13, AUCKLAND: 9, DUNEDIN: 5, HAMILTON: 5, HASTINGS: 4.
Body Types
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many Mg TD are there in New Zealand?
There are 83 Mg TD vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1949 to 1953.
What body type is the Mg TD?
The Mg TD 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 TD cars imported or NZ-new?
64% of Mg TD 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.