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MG S5 Uncommon
As of 2026 Q2, 8,830 MG S5s remain registered in the UK — an increasingly uncommon sight on today's roads. Numbers are at their highest recorded level since the model first appeared in our data in 2025 Q1. Unusually, the numbers are actually rising — up 7,902 (851.5%) over the past year, as imports and barn-finds rejoin the register faster than cars leave it.
Survivors over time
How rare is it?
Uncommon — a few thousand still about (8,830).
Rarer than 17% of the 2,315 UK car models we track.
Trend
About the S5
The MGS5 EV or MG ES5 in China is a battery electric compact crossover SUV (C-segment) produced by the Chinese automotive manufacturer SAIC Motor under the British MG marque since 2024. It was introduced outside China in regions such as Europe and Thailand since March 2025 as the MGS5 EV.
MG S5 — questions & answers
How many MG S5 are left in the UK?
As of 2026 Q2, 8,830 MG S5 were still registered in the UK — 8,805 licensed and on the road, plus 25 declared SORN (off-road). The figures come from official DVLA vehicle licensing data.
Is the MG S5 rare?
The MG S5 is uncommon, with 8,830 still about, making it rarer than 17% of the 2,315 UK car models we track.
Is the MG S5 increasing or decreasing?
Over the last year the number of MG S5 on UK roads rose by 7,902 (851.5%).
What fuel do most MG S5 use?
Most MG S5 run on electric — about 100% of those still registered.
When did the MG S5 peak?
The MG S5 peaked at 8,830 registered in 2026 Q2, and was first recorded in the data in 2025 Q1.