Ssangyong Kyron Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ssangyong Kyron reliable? We analysed 15,129 real MOT tests across 1,129 vehicles to find out.
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The Ssangyong Kyron is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include track rod end ball joint has excessive play, registration plate lamp not working and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ssangyong Kyron.
Ssangyong Kyron Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ssangyong Kyron. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ssangyong Kyron MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ssangyong Kyron to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ssangyong Kyron Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Ssangyong Kyron fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Ssangyong Kyron Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ssangyong Kyron owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ssangyong Kyron MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ssangyong Kyron year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 402 | 70.4% | 40,927 | 56,390 | 75,637 |
| 2010 | 1,272 | 71.4% | 40,131 | 59,452 | 81,857 |
| 2009 | 2,701 | 69.9% | 46,643 | 68,279 | 90,874 |
| 2008 | 1,545 | 71.1% | 43,518 | 64,365 | 87,381 |
| 2007 | 3,134 | 67.5% | 46,754 | 66,741 | 88,599 |
| 2006 | 6,010 | 68.9% | 47,020 | 67,789 | 92,124 |
How Long Does a Ssangyong Kyron Last?
Based on 1,129 Ssangyong Kyron vehicles on UK roads.
Ssangyong Kyron Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ssangyong Kyron MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Ssangyong Kyron
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
71.4% MOT pass rate from 1,272 tests
67.5% MOT pass rate from 3,134 tests
The best year to buy a used Ssangyong Kyron is 2010, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 71.4% across 1,272 tests. The 2007 model year has the lowest pass rate at 67.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ssangyong Kyron Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ssangyong Kyron THIS CAR | 69.3% | 15,129 | 66,278 mi | 20 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 |
| Honda Cbr 1000 RR-6 | 88.1% | 9,508 | 14,636 mi | 20 yrs |
Compared to the Ssangyong Rexton (68.5% pass rate) and the Ssangyong Korando (74.9% pass rate), the Ssangyong Kyron sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Ssangyong Kyron has an overall MOT pass rate of 69.3% across 15,129 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Ssangyong Kyron are track rod end ball joint has excessive play (695 recorded failures), registration plate lamp not working (663), and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (474). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Ssangyong Kyron owner drives around 6,443 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.
In terms of longevity, most Ssangyong Kyron models stay on UK roads for around 20 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
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.