SsangYong MOT Check
Our SsangYong MOT data covers 14,646 tests across 2 models. Overall, 70% of SsangYongs passed first time, roughly in line with the 71% average for all cars.
The SsangYong Tivoli had the highest first-time pass rate at 73%, while the SsangYong Korando had the lowest at 68%. Remember that age and mileage make a big difference: the Korando cars tested averaged 54,901 miles, against 41,841 for the Tivoli.
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- MOT tests analysed
- 14,646
- First-time pass rate
- 70%
- All cars: 71%
- Versus all cars
- −1.0 points
- Models covered
- 2
SsangYong models compared
First-time MOT pass rates for each SsangYong model, highest first. Select a model for its pass rate by year, common faults and ULEZ compliance.
- SsangYong Tivoli73% passed · 6,736 tests
- SsangYong Korando68% passed · 7,910 tests
The dark marker shows the 71% average for all cars.
| Model | Tests | Pass rate | Most common failure | ULEZ likely compliant | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tivoli | 6,736 | 73% | Lights and electrics | 96% | ULEZ by year |
| Korando | 7,910 | 68% | Lights and electrics | 55% | ULEZ by year |
Why SsangYongs fail their MOT
Share of SsangYong tests with a failure in each area, across all models, compared with all cars.
| Failure area | SsangYong | All cars |
|---|---|---|
| Lights and electrics | 12.3% | 11.3% |
| Brakes | 9.6% | 6.8% |
| Tyres | 7.2% | 6.3% |
| Visibility | 6.4% | 4.8% |
| Suspension | 5.0% | 8.9% |
| Body and structure | 2.1% | 3.5% |
Other makes
- Abarth 77%
- Alfa Romeo 68%
- Audi 78%
- Bentley 91%
- BMW 78%
- Chevrolet 54%
- Chrysler 60%
- Citroen 63%
- Dacia 72%
- Daihatsu 63%
- DS 70%
- Fiat 68%
- Ford 68%
- Honda 72%
- Hyundai 74%
- Isuzu 69%
- Jaguar 78%
- Jeep 75%
- Kia 74%
- Land Rover 76%
- LEVC 74%
- Lexus 83%
- Lotus 85%
- Mazda 72%
- Mercedes-Benz 77%
- MG 78%
- MINI 76%
- Mitsubishi 72%
- Nissan 69%
- Peugeot 66%
- Porsche 87%
- Renault 62%
- Rover 64%
- Saab 63%
- SEAT 74%
- Skoda 77%
- Smart 72%
- Subaru 72%
- Suzuki 73%
- Talbot 53%
- Tesla 83%
- Toyota 74%
- Vauxhall 65%
- Volkswagen 72%
- Volvo 73%
About this data
Based on 14,646 first MOT tests of SsangYong models carried out in 2023.
Source: DVSA anonymised MOT test data (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0). First attempts on cars only; “pass rate” means passing first time. Averages cover all 32,735,164 cars tested (71% passed), and years with under 50 tests are hidden.
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Frequently asked questions
Answers from 14,646 first MOT tests of SsangYong cars.
What is the average MOT pass rate for a SsangYong?
70% of SsangYongs in our data passed at the first attempt, against 71% for all cars.
Which SsangYong model has the best MOT pass rate?
The SsangYong Tivoli, with 73% passing first time. The lowest was the SsangYong Korando, at 68%, though age differences explain part of the gap.
Why do SsangYongs fail their MOT?
The most common failure area was lights and electrics, recorded on 12.3% of SsangYong tests.
How do I check a SsangYong's MOT history?
Enter the registration in our free MOT check. SsangYong models in our data had covered 48,894 miles on average at their MOT, so check how a particular car compares.
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