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

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Is the Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto reliable? We analysed 1,309 real MOT tests across 623 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,309 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
85.7%
Typical Mileage
20,926mi
Annual Mileage
5,311mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto 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 Auto.

Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto Number Plates

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

Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

86.1%
2022
85%
2021
86.2%
2020

Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto Common Faults & Problems

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

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 7

Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
3,110 mi/yr
Typical
5,311 mi/yr
Average
6,115 mi/yr
Heavy usage
7,786 mi/yr

Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 459 86.1% 12,725 19,695 26,372
2021 567 85.0% 14,906 22,403 32,444
2020 217 86.2% 13,193 20,518 28,084

How Long Does a Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto Last?

Based on 623 Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.0 years
Median
3.0 years

Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto Mileage Distribution

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

Median
20,926 mi
75th Percentile
29,105 mi
95th Percentile
46,311 mi
Max Recorded
123,575 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto

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

Best year
2020

86.2% MOT pass rate from 217 tests

Year to avoid
2021

85.0% MOT pass rate from 567 tests

The best year to buy a used Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.2% across 217 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 85.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto 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 Auto THIS CAR 85.7% 1,309 20,926 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
Honda XL250S 80.8% 563 13,300 mi 48 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto?

The Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.7% across 1,309 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 Auto 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 Auto owner drives around 5,311 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 Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto reliable?
Based on 1,309 MOT tests, the Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto has a 85.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto do per year?
The typical Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto does around 5,311 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto?
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 Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto is 2020 with a 86.2% pass rate across 217 tests.