Ssangyong Tivoli Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ssangyong Tivoli reliable? We analysed 52,410 real MOT tests across 6,721 vehicles to find out.
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The Ssangyong Tivoli is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ssangyong Tivoli.
Ssangyong Tivoli Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ssangyong Tivoli. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ssangyong Tivoli MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ssangyong Tivoli to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ssangyong Tivoli Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Ssangyong Tivoli models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Ssangyong Tivoli Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ssangyong Tivoli owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ssangyong Tivoli MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ssangyong Tivoli year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 399 | 84.2% | 15,880 | 24,239 | 35,094 |
| 2020 | 1,198 | 81.4% | 16,663 | 25,858 | 37,680 |
| 2019 | 3,813 | 82.1% | 17,806 | 27,714 | 40,659 |
| 2018 | 7,122 | 80.2% | 21,106 | 33,160 | 49,320 |
| 2017 | 10,606 | 80.1% | 24,244 | 37,021 | 54,320 |
| 2016 | 18,671 | 79.1% | 27,240 | 41,276 | 58,683 |
| 2015 | 10,178 | 78.4% | 27,814 | 42,578 | 61,204 |
How Long Does a Ssangyong Tivoli Last?
Based on 6,721 Ssangyong Tivoli vehicles on UK roads.
Ssangyong Tivoli Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ssangyong Tivoli 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 Tivoli
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
84.2% MOT pass rate from 399 tests
78.4% MOT pass rate from 10,178 tests
The best year to buy a used Ssangyong Tivoli is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.2% across 399 tests. The 2015 model year has the lowest pass rate at 78.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ssangyong Tivoli Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ssangyong Tivoli THIS CAR | 79.5% | 52,410 | 37,915 mi | 11 yrs |
| Ssangyong Rexton | 68.5% | 87,133 | 63,291 mi | 23 yrs |
| Ssangyong Korando | 74.9% | 79,386 | 51,856 mi | 29 yrs |
| Ssangyong Rodius | 69.9% | 44,764 | 60,429 mi | 21 yrs |
| Volvo S70 | 69.6% | 77,770 | 114,318 mi | 29 yrs |
Compared to the Ssangyong Rexton (68.5% pass rate) and the Ssangyong Korando (74.9% pass rate), the Ssangyong Tivoli outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Ssangyong Tivoli has an overall MOT pass rate of 79.5% across 52,410 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 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 Tivoli 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 Tivoli owner drives around 5,829 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 Tivoli models stay on UK roads for around 11 years. 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.