2011 MG TF problems
Outside the engine, 5 documented faults affect 2011 cars, such as rust on the subframe, sills and wheel arches.
2011 MG TF score: good reliability
Calculated using only 5 documented faults and their sources: the most serious and frequent faults weigh more. How it is calculated
- EngineNot analysed
- Gearbox10.0No documented faults
- Suspension8.91 fault and ITV (technical inspection)
- Brakes8.7Technical inspection (ITV) only: 0.5 times the defects normal for its age
- Tyres and wheels10.0No documented faults
- Steering7.9Technical inspection (ITV) only: 0.8 times the defects normal for its age
- Electrical system9.31 fault
- Headlights and lights8.6Technical inspection (ITV) only: 0.6 times the defects normal for its age
- Electronics and infotainment10.0No documented faults
- Climate control10.0No documented faults
- Bodywork and interior8.13 faults and ITV (technical inspection)
- Airbags and safety10.0No documented faults
What changes compared with the 2010 MG TF
The same engines and the same documented faults as in 2010.
Faults outside the engine in the 2011 MG TF
- Medium severityFrequency: OccasionalBodywork and interiorRust on the subframe, sills and wheel archesParkers includes rust on the subframe, sills, rear wheel arches and battery tray among the points to check on the MG TF; cars built from 2007 onwards in China were better protected.
- Low severityFrequency: OccasionalBodywork and interiorPlastic 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: OccasionalElectrical systemElectric windows, central locking and hood wiringParkers notes that on the MG TF the electric windows and central locking can fail, and that the wiring for the hood's heated rear window frays over time, although these are simple repairs.
- Low severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionSuspension knocks from shock absorbers and bushesParkers warns that, although better than the MGF with Hydragas, the MG TF can have worn shock absorbers and bushes that cause knocks and creaks on uneven roads.
- Low severityFrequency: OccasionalBodywork and interiorLeaks 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2011 MG TF reliable?
Outside the engine, 5 documented faults affect 2011 cars, such as rust on the subframe, sills and wheel arches.
Is the 2011 MG TF better than the 2010?
Going by the documented faults, they are the same: the same engines and the same faults affect the 2010 and 2011 cars. Choose on condition, mileage and maintenance history.
What is the best year for the MG TF?
According to our score, the best are 2011, 2010, 2009 and 3 other years with the same score (8.1/10). The year with the worst score is 2002 (6.7/10). Each year's score counts only the engines sold that year and the faults that affect those cars.
What faults does the 2011 MG TF have?
The most important ones documented for 2011 cars are: rust on the subframe, sills and wheel arches (bodywork and interior, medium severity), plastic rear window and deteriorating hood (bodywork and interior, low severity), electric windows, central locking and hood wiring (electrical system, low severity), suspension knocks from shock absorbers and bushes (suspension, low severity) and leaks through doors and hood (bodywork and interior, low severity).
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