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RX08 AEA

2008 Ssangyong Kyron

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,761 mi
Last recorded147,761 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 Ssangyong Kyron64,365 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX08 AEA
MakeSsangyong
ModelKyron
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2018 147,761 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 27 Nov 2018 147,751 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture to rear (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 134,780 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit tracking out (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Nov 2017 134,770 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit tracking out (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 120,272 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 104,094 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 88,821 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 88,804 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 83,018 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 69,066 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 48,343 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both front tyres worn on outer edge

rear wiper u/s

Pass 16 Feb 2011 34,921 miles

How Reliable is the Ssangyong Kyron?

Based on 15,129 MOT tests across 1,129 vehicles.

69.3%
Pass Rate
6,443
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
1,129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 695
Registration plate lamp not working 663
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 474
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 372
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 307
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RX08 AEA is a 2008 Ssangyong Kyron in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Ssangyong Kyron models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 64,365 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ssangyong Kyron fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 695 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX08 AEA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ssangyong Kyron typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Ssangyong Kyron is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX08 AEA registered?

RX08 AEA is a 2008 Ssangyong Kyron, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is RX08 AEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX08 AEA shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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