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Ssangyong Tivoli Ventura Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ssangyong Tivoli Ventura reliable? We analysed 460 real MOT tests across 217 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 460 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
83.7%
Typical Mileage
25,304mi
Annual Mileage
6,006mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ssangyong Tivoli Ventura is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ssangyong Tivoli Ventura.

Ssangyong Tivoli Ventura Number Plates

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

Ssangyong Tivoli Ventura MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Ssangyong Tivoli Ventura to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

85.8%
2022
82.6%
2021
84%
2020

Ssangyong Tivoli Ventura Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2

Ssangyong Tivoli Ventura Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Ssangyong Tivoli Ventura owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,679 mi/yr
Typical
6,006 mi/yr
Average
6,765 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,977 mi/yr

Ssangyong Tivoli Ventura MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ssangyong Tivoli Ventura year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 127 85.8% 16,856 22,752 33,214
2021 236 82.6% 17,810 26,011 35,052
2020 50 84.0% 18,188 24,982 32,307

How Long Does a Ssangyong Tivoli Ventura Last?

Based on 217 Ssangyong Tivoli Ventura vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.1 years
Median
3.0 years

Ssangyong Tivoli Ventura Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Ssangyong Tivoli Ventura MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
25,304 mi
75th Percentile
34,190 mi
95th Percentile
47,753 mi
Max Recorded
85,048 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Ssangyong Tivoli Ventura

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

Best year
2022

85.8% MOT pass rate from 127 tests

Year to avoid
2021

82.6% MOT pass rate from 236 tests

The best year to buy a used Ssangyong Tivoli Ventura is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.8% across 127 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 82.6% — 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 Ventura Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ssangyong Tivoli Ventura THIS CAR 83.7% 460 25,304 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
Triumph Roadster 88.6% 817 22,064 mi 79 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Ssangyong Tivoli Ventura?

The Ssangyong Tivoli Ventura has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.7% across 460 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 Ventura 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 Ventura owner drives around 6,006 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 Ventura — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ssangyong Tivoli Ventura reliable?
Based on 460 MOT tests, the Ssangyong Tivoli Ventura has a 83.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ssangyong Tivoli Ventura?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ssangyong Tivoli Ventura do per year?
The typical Ssangyong Tivoli Ventura does around 6,006 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ssangyong Tivoli Ventura last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ssangyong Tivoli Ventura?
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 Ventura?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Ssangyong Tivoli Ventura is 2022 with a 85.8% pass rate across 127 tests.