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R472 VHE

1997 Ssangyong Korando

Silver Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

147,454 mi
Last recorded147,454 miles
Recorded on9 May 2014
Typical for 1997 Ssangyong Korando82,411 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR472 VHE
MakeSsangyong
ModelKorando
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 May 2014 147,454 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2012 141,660 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 133,456 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 131,731 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 8 Dec 2009 131,731 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Dec 2008 129,416 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Dec 2008 129,416 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2007 126,051 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Oct 2007 126,051 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 122,093 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 122,093 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2005 116,260 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Oct 2005 116,260 miles

How Reliable is the Ssangyong Korando?

Based on 79,386 MOT tests across 8,435 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,303
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
8,435
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 803
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 637
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R472 VHE is a 1997 Ssangyong Korando in Silver with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1997 Ssangyong Korando models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.2% with a typical mileage of 82,411 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ssangyong Korando fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 803 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R472 VHE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ssangyong Korando typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Ssangyong Korando is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R472 VHE registered?

R472 VHE is a 1997 Ssangyong Korando, first registered on 27 October 1997.

Is R472 VHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R472 VHE shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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