Problems with the tailgate, bonnet and bodywork on MG: affected models and engines

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Documented faults, from most to least important

Severity × frequency. Below each one, the MG models it appears in.

- Low severityFrequency: OccasionalMG Marvel RMG Marvel R electric tailgate faultAccording to fiches-auto.fr, the electric tailgate refuses to open, stops halfway or does not close fully, forcing you to operate it manually; one testimonial mentions a broken latch on delivery.
- Low severityFrequency: OccasionalMG TFPlastic rear window and deteriorating hoodOn the MG TF the original plastic rear window becomes brittle and cracks, especially if the zips fail, and the hood lining is of poor quality.
- Low severityFrequency: OccasionalMG TFLeaks through doors and hoodParkers points to poor door and hood seals on the MG TF, with a risk of water in the carpet and electrical faults.
- Low severityFrequency: OccasionalMG ZS 2001Tailgate struts failing under the weight of the spoilerAuto Express says the boot struts fail mainly on the ZS because of the weight of the spoiler.

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Frequently asked questions

What faults with the tailgate, bonnet and bodywork do MG cars have?

In 3 models from MG there are 4 documented faults with the tailgate, bonnet and bodywork. The most important: MG Marvel R electric tailgate fault, plastic rear window and deteriorating hood and leaks through doors and hood. Each fault has its own page with the affected years and versions, the symptoms and the repair cost.

Which MG models have the most problems with the tailgate, bonnet and bodywork?

MG TF (2 faults), MG ZS 2001 (1 fault) and MG Marvel R (1 fault).