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Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto reliable? We analysed 2,041 real MOT tests across 750 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,041 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
87.7%
Typical Mileage
24,770mi
Annual Mileage
6,458mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto.

Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

94.3%
2023
86.5%
2022
86%
2021
87.5%
2020
91.2%
2019

Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 46
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 23
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8

Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,332 mi/yr
Typical
6,458 mi/yr
Average
8,042 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,441 mi/yr

Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 70 94.3% 15,265 21,952 25,660
2022 385 86.5% 15,572 22,057 29,542
2021 435 86.0% 17,228 23,809 32,854
2020 861 87.5% 18,559 26,728 36,287
2019 239 91.2% 17,970 25,107 37,006

How Long Does a Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto Last?

Based on 750 Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.6 years
Median
4.0 years

Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
24,770 mi
75th Percentile
34,302 mi
95th Percentile
53,047 mi
Max Recorded
114,877 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2023

94.3% MOT pass rate from 70 tests

Year to avoid
2021

86.0% MOT pass rate from 435 tests

The best year to buy a used Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.3% across 70 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 86.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto THIS CAR 87.7% 2,041 24,770 mi — yrs
Ssangyong Rexton 68.5% 87,133 63,291 mi 23 yrs
Ssangyong Korando 74.9% 79,386 51,856 mi 29 yrs
Ssangyong Tivoli 79.5% 52,410 37,915 mi 11 yrs
Kawasaki Zg 1400 A9F 89.8% 1,973 22,697 mi 17 yrs

Compared to the Ssangyong Rexton (68.5% pass rate) and the Ssangyong Korando (74.9% pass rate), the Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto?

The Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.7% across 2,041 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto owner drives around 6,458 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto reliable?
Based on 2,041 MOT tests, the Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto has a 87.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto do per year?
The typical Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto does around 6,458 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto is 2023 with a 94.3% pass rate across 70 tests.