Ssangyong Musso Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ssangyong Musso reliable? We analysed 35,791 real MOT tests across 6,518 vehicles to find out.
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The Ssangyong Musso is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, brake binding and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ssangyong Musso.
Ssangyong Musso Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ssangyong Musso. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ssangyong Musso MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ssangyong Musso to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ssangyong Musso Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Ssangyong Musso fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Ssangyong Musso Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ssangyong Musso owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ssangyong Musso MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ssangyong Musso year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 511 | 74.6% | 25,428 | 39,217 | 57,140 |
| 2022 | 1,671 | 75.0% | 28,621 | 41,619 | 57,789 |
| 2021 | 1,653 | 73.1% | 26,532 | 41,005 | 61,825 |
| 2020 | 1,706 | 76.0% | 27,555 | 46,234 | 71,573 |
| 2019 | 3,349 | 72.6% | 28,511 | 47,621 | 74,174 |
| 2018 | 3,216 | 71.3% | 28,086 | 45,474 | 64,288 |
| 2017 | 2,828 | 69.9% | 35,862 | 54,337 | 77,421 |
| 2016 | 882 | 67.9% | 37,151 | 55,388 | 76,191 |
| 2005 | 377 | 70.0% | 42,497 | 62,183 | 86,494 |
| 2004 | 323 | 66.9% | 47,013 | 66,250 | 90,030 |
| 2003 | 50 | 56.0% | 29,336 | 44,022 | 56,115 |
| 2001 | 113 | 62.8% | 43,429 | 63,033 | 82,632 |
| 2000 | 180 | 68.3% | 64,866 | 92,347 | 132,339 |
| 1999 | 1,167 | 69.6% | 67,271 | 86,690 | 110,073 |
| 1998 | 4,466 | 65.4% | 69,892 | 87,794 | 109,338 |
| 1997 | 4,439 | 65.3% | 76,050 | 96,145 | 117,814 |
| 1996 | 4,451 | 64.5% | 85,978 | 105,026 | 125,612 |
| 1995 | 4,096 | 64.1% | 89,086 | 109,468 | 130,577 |
How Long Does a Ssangyong Musso Last?
Based on 6,518 Ssangyong Musso vehicles on UK roads.
Ssangyong Musso Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ssangyong Musso 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 Musso
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
76.0% MOT pass rate from 1,706 tests
56.0% MOT pass rate from 50 tests
The best year to buy a used Ssangyong Musso is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 76.0% across 1,706 tests. The 2003 model year has the lowest pass rate at 56.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ssangyong Musso Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ssangyong Musso THIS CAR | 68.4% | 35,791 | 76,608 mi | 31 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 |
| Audi S4 | 80.5% | 27,955 | 78,576 mi | 28 yrs |
Compared to the Ssangyong Rexton (68.5% pass rate) and the Ssangyong Korando (74.9% pass rate), the Ssangyong Musso trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Ssangyong Musso has an overall MOT pass rate of 68.4% across 35,791 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Ssangyong Musso are brake pipe excessively corroded (1,971 recorded failures), brake binding (1,314), and parking brake: efficiency below requirements (1,236). 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 Musso owner drives around 6,274 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 Musso models stay on UK roads for around 31 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.