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Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T reliable? We analysed 563 real MOT tests across 278 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 563 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
85.8%
Typical Mileage
22,359mi
Annual Mileage
5,781mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T.

Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

89.4%
2023
87%
2022
84.6%
2021
82.1%
2020

Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2

Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,377 mi/yr
Typical
5,781 mi/yr
Average
6,720 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,012 mi/yr

Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 66 89.4% 11,619 16,644 26,665
2022 200 87.0% 14,737 22,708 31,496
2021 228 84.6% 15,179 22,721 31,438
2020 56 82.1% 14,446 26,128 35,499

How Long Does a Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Last?

Based on 278 Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.0 years
Median
3.0 years

Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
22,359 mi
75th Percentile
31,630 mi
95th Percentile
44,544 mi
Max Recorded
127,294 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2023

89.4% MOT pass rate from 66 tests

Year to avoid
2020

82.1% MOT pass rate from 56 tests

The best year to buy a used Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.4% across 66 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 82.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T THIS CAR 85.8% 563 22,359 mi — 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
Vauxhall Movano L2H2 F3500 Prime T D Ss 77.7% 891 34,878 mi — yrs

Compared to the Ssangyong Rexton (68.5% pass rate) and the Ssangyong Korando (74.9% pass rate), the Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T?

The Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.8% across 563 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 brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T 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 Ultimate T owner drives around 5,781 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.

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.

Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T reliable?
Based on 563 MOT tests, the Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T has a 85.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T do per year?
The typical Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T does around 5,781 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T is 2023 with a 89.4% pass rate across 66 tests.