Ssangyong Musso SE Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ssangyong Musso SE reliable? We analysed 1,039 real MOT tests across 245 vehicles to find out.
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The Ssangyong Musso SE is below 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 SE.
Ssangyong Musso SE Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ssangyong Musso SE. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ssangyong Musso SE MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ssangyong Musso SE to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ssangyong Musso SE Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Ssangyong Musso SE fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Ssangyong Musso SE Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ssangyong Musso SE owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ssangyong Musso SE MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ssangyong Musso SE year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 150 | 62.0% | 75,614 | 95,264 | 119,225 |
| 1996 | 386 | 63.7% | 88,068 | 100,587 | 118,736 |
| 1995 | 464 | 60.1% | 95,101 | 113,484 | 134,470 |
How Long Does a Ssangyong Musso SE Last?
Based on 245 Ssangyong Musso SE vehicles on UK roads.
Ssangyong Musso SE Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ssangyong Musso SE 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 SE
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
63.7% MOT pass rate from 386 tests
60.1% MOT pass rate from 464 tests
The best year to buy a used Ssangyong Musso SE is 1996, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 63.7% across 386 tests. The 1995 model year has the lowest pass rate at 60.1% — 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 SE Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ssangyong Musso SE THIS CAR | 61.6% | 1,039 | 104,925 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 |
| Cupra Leon VZ3 TSI S-a | 88.4% | 525 | 26,081 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Ssangyong Rexton (68.5% pass rate) and the Ssangyong Korando (74.9% pass rate), the Ssangyong Musso SE trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Ssangyong Musso SE has an overall MOT pass rate of 61.6% across 1,039 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Ssangyong Musso SE are brake pipe excessively corroded (154 recorded failures), brake binding (114), and parking brake: efficiency below requirements (88). 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 SE owner drives around 6,528 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 SE 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.