SsangYong Korando MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the SsangYong Korando. Check any Korando by registration number below.

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73.0%

Avg Pass Rate

-1.5%

vs SsangYong Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

SsangYong Korando — MOT Reliability Overview

The SsangYong Korando has an average MOT pass rate of 73.0%, which is 1.5 percentage points below the SsangYong brand average of 74.5%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Korando on the road.

The most common reasons a SsangYong Korando fails its MOT are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. If you are preparing your Korando for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used SsangYong Korando, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the SsangYong Korando performs at MOT across different model years.

2020

Based on 793 vehicles

85.9%Excellent

SsangYong average: 74.5%

Dangerous Defects

5.1%

Retest Rate

16.4%

Mileage at 3yr

40k mi

Mileage at 5yr

65k mi

2019

Based on 1,489 vehicles

85.9%Excellent

SsangYong average: 74.5%

Dangerous Defects

4.4%

Retest Rate

14.1%

Mileage at 3yr

55k mi

Mileage at 5yr

56k mi

2018

Based on 1,883 vehicles

82.0%Good

SsangYong average: 74.5%

Dangerous Defects

4.1%

Retest Rate

17.4%

Mileage at 5yr

61k mi

2017

Based on 2,239 vehicles

79.2%Good

SsangYong average: 74.5%

Dangerous Defects

6.6%

Retest Rate

21.6%

Mileage at 5yr

67k mi

2016

Based on 2,992 vehicles

73.5%Average

SsangYong average: 74.5%

Dangerous Defects

6.2%

Retest Rate

26.2%

2015

Based on 3,445 vehicles

70.6%Average

SsangYong average: 74.5%

Dangerous Defects

7.6%

Retest Rate

26.0%

Mileage at 10yr

127k mi

2014

Based on 2,325 vehicles

66.2%Average

SsangYong average: 74.5%

Dangerous Defects

8.6%

Retest Rate

30.5%

Mileage at 10yr

128k mi

2013

Based on 1,279 vehicles

62.1%Below Average

SsangYong average: 74.5%

Dangerous Defects

8.5%

Retest Rate

34.4%

Mileage at 10yr

126k mi

2012

Based on 1,160 vehicles

64.8%Below Average

SsangYong average: 74.5%

Dangerous Defects

8.2%

Retest Rate

28.5%

Mileage at 10yr

131k mi

2011

Based on 137 vehicles

69.3%Average

SsangYong average: 74.5%

Dangerous Defects

10.7%

Retest Rate

21.3%

1998

Based on 30 vehicles

63.3%Below Average

SsangYong average: 74.5%

Retest Rate

15.8%

Top MOT Failures — SsangYong Korando

The most common reasons a SsangYong Korando fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

6.0%

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

3.1%

Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

3.1%

A rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

2.8%

Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

2.6%

SsangYong Korando Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Nearside

2.1%

Front

2.0%

Front Offside

1.9%

Other SsangYong Models

Compare MOT reliability across SsangYong models.

SsangYong Tivoli

79.4% pass rate

SsangYong Kyron

65.5% pass rate

SsangYong Rexton Ventura Auto

85.5% pass rate

SsangYong Rexton 270 Ex Auto

65.7% pass rate

SsangYong Musso

71.4% pass rate

SsangYong Korando Ultimate Auto

89.9% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for SsangYong Korando

SsangYong Korando — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the SsangYong Korando MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the SsangYong Korando?

The average MOT pass rate for the SsangYong Korando is 73.0% compared to the SsangYong average of 74.5%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a SsangYong Korando?

The most common MOT failures on the SsangYong Korando are: A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (6.0%), A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (3.1%), Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (3.1%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the SsangYong Korando reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 73.0%, the SsangYong Korando is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

How do I check the MOT history of a SsangYong Korando?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a SsangYong Korando?

Typical mileage for the SsangYong Korando: 39,928 miles at 3 years, 65,482 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Korando to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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