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

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76.9%

Avg Pass Rate

-0.1%

vs SsangYong Avg

14

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

SsangYong Korando — MOT Reliability Overview

The SsangYong Korando has an average MOT pass rate of 76.9%, which is 0.1 percentage points below the SsangYong brand average of 76.9%. 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.

2022

Based on 847 vehicles

97.4%Excellent
SsangYong average: 76.9%
Mileage at 3yr

55k mi

2021

Based on 1,630 vehicles

97.9%Excellent
SsangYong average: 76.9%
Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

18.1%

Mileage at 3yr

67k mi

Mileage at 5yr

73k mi

2020

Based on 793 vehicles

85.9%Excellent
SsangYong average: 76.9%
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: 76.9%
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: 76.9%
Dangerous Defects

4.1%

Retest Rate

17.4%

Mileage at 5yr

61k mi

2017

Based on 2,239 vehicles

79.2%Good
SsangYong average: 76.9%
Dangerous Defects

6.6%

Retest Rate

21.6%

Mileage at 5yr

67k mi

2016

Based on 2,992 vehicles

73.5%Average
SsangYong average: 76.9%
Dangerous Defects

6.2%

Retest Rate

26.2%

2015

Based on 3,445 vehicles

70.6%Average
SsangYong average: 76.9%
Dangerous Defects

7.6%

Retest Rate

26.0%

Mileage at 10yr

127k mi

2014

Based on 2,325 vehicles

66.2%Average
SsangYong average: 76.9%
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: 76.9%
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: 76.9%
Dangerous Defects

8.2%

Retest Rate

28.5%

Mileage at 10yr

131k mi

2011

Based on 137 vehicles

69.3%Average
SsangYong average: 76.9%
Dangerous Defects

10.7%

Retest Rate

21.3%

1998

Based on 30 vehicles

63.3%Below Average
SsangYong average: 76.9%
Retest Rate

15.8%

0

Based on 8,990 vehicles

78.3%Good
SsangYong average: 76.9%
Mileage at 5yr

59k mi

Top MOT Failures — SsangYong Korando

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

1

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

6.0%
2

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

3.1%
3

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

3.1%
4

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

3.1%
5

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

2.8%

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 76.9% compared to the SsangYong average of 76.9%. 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 76.9%, the SsangYong Korando is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
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: 54,930 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Korando to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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