Ssangyong Rodius 270 S Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ssangyong Rodius 270 S reliable? We analysed 772 real MOT tests across 166 vehicles to find out.
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The Ssangyong Rodius 270 S 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 headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ssangyong Rodius 270 S.
Ssangyong Rodius 270 S Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ssangyong Rodius 270 S. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ssangyong Rodius 270 S MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ssangyong Rodius 270 S to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ssangyong Rodius 270 S Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Ssangyong Rodius 270 S fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Ssangyong Rodius 270 S Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Ssangyong Rodius 270 S models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Ssangyong Rodius 270 S Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ssangyong Rodius 270 S owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ssangyong Rodius 270 S MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ssangyong Rodius 270 S year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 70 | 70.0% | 39,484 | 63,408 | 80,300 |
| 2012 | 353 | 70.8% | 39,895 | 55,986 | 83,801 |
| 2009 | 53 | 64.2% | 41,669 | 107,579 | 182,098 |
Ssangyong Rodius 270 S Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ssangyong Rodius 270 S 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 Rodius 270 S
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
70.8% MOT pass rate from 353 tests
64.2% MOT pass rate from 53 tests
The best year to buy a used Ssangyong Rodius 270 S is 2012, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 70.8% across 353 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 64.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ssangyong Rodius 270 S Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ssangyong Rodius 270 S THIS CAR | 68.0% | 772 | 71,627 mi | 17 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 |
| Piaggio Px 150 | 82.8% | 692 | 13,657 mi | 46 yrs |
Compared to the Ssangyong Rexton (68.5% pass rate) and the Ssangyong Korando (74.9% pass rate), the Ssangyong Rodius 270 S trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Ssangyong Rodius 270 S has an overall MOT pass rate of 68.0% across 772 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Ssangyong Rodius 270 S are track rod end ball joint has excessive play (10 recorded failures), registration plate lamp not working (9), and headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (7). 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.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Ssangyong Rodius 270 S 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 Rodius 270 S owner drives around 6,495 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 Rodius 270 S models stay on UK roads for around 17 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.