Ssangyong Korando
From 10,524 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Korandos fare better: 2021 models pass at 76.9% vs 70.2% for 2012.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning and a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources. The top issue, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, caused 378 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 378 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 303 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 301 |
| brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded | 296 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 295 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 246 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 240 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 200 |
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 190 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 188 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 42.2% of failures are serious: 42.2% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 0% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £96.
The warranty question
A 3-year-old Korando passes its MOT 84.4% of the time. By 7 years old that drops to 75%, a 9.4 percentage point fall, right as the manufacturer warranty runs out. At 10 years it's down to 67.4%. With an average repair bill of £96 when things go wrong, an extended warranty can make sense on a Korando that's past its third birthday.
Ssangyong Korando on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 271 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 271. At this rate, roughly 32.1 years until none remain.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 8,269 | 466 | +0 | -82 | -82 |
| 2025 Q2 | 8,400 | 417 | +0 | -98 | -98 |
| 2025 Q1 | 8,504 | 411 | +0 | -49 | -49 |
| 2024 Q4 | 8,577 | 387 | +0 | -42 | -42 |
| 2024 Q3 | 8,646 | 360 | +0 | -46 | -46 |
| 2024 Q2 | 8,726 | 326 | +0 | -49 | -49 |
| 2024 Q1 | 8,787 | 314 | +0 | -68 | -68 |
| 2023 Q4 | 8,871 | 298 | +157 | -76 | +81 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Korando Ultimate Auto | Petrol | 860 | 12% |
| Korando Se | Petrol | 741 | 11% |
| Korando Elx 4X4 Auto | Diesel | 657 | 9% |
| Korando Le Td | Diesel | 588 | 8% |
| Korando Elx 4X4 | Diesel | 582 | 8% |
| Korando Se4 | Diesel | 353 | 5% |
| Korando Limited Edition | Diesel | 320 | 5% |
| Korando Ultimate Td 4X4 Auto | Diesel | 296 | 4% |
| Korando Se 4X4 | Diesel | 284 | 4% |
| Korando Ventura Auto | Petrol | 281 | 4% |
| Korando Elx4 | Diesel | 272 | 4% |
| Korando Le Td Auto | Diesel | 267 | 4% |
| Korando Sports Ex Auto | Diesel | 210 | 3% |
| Korando Ventura | Petrol | 194 | 3% |
| Korando Elx4 Auto | Diesel | 192 | 3% |
| Korando Sports Ex | Diesel | 187 | 3% |
| Korando Ex Awd Auto | Diesel | 180 | 3% |
| Korando Ultimate | Petrol | 175 | 3% |
| Korando Ultimate Td Auto | Diesel | 172 | 2% |
| Korando Ultimate E-Motion | Battery Electric | 147 | 2% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 76.9% | a tyre seriously damaged, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2020 | 84.4% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, parking brake inoperative on one side |
| 2019 | 84.2% | a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2018 | 80.3% | a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
6 earlier years
| 2017 | 75.8% | a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2016 | 75% | brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2015 | 70.7% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2014 | 69.1% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2013 | 67.4% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2012 | 70.2% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot severely deteriorated |
Typical mileage
Half of all Korandos tested had between 58,470 and 108,381 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 87,283 median miles, the Korando has 0.03 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Ssangyong models
| Ssangyong Tivoli | 76.9% |
| Ssangyong Rexton | 74.9% |
| Ssangyong Musso | 75% |
| Ssangyong Rodius | 69.7% |
Common questions
What is the Ssangyong Korando MOT pass rate?
The Ssangyong Korando has a 73.7% MOT pass rate based on 10,524 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ssangyong Korando?
The most common MOT failure on the Ssangyong Korando is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 378 failures. Other common issues include stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
How many Ssangyong Korandos are on UK roads?
There are 8,269 Ssangyong Korandos currently licensed on UK roads, with 466 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Ssangyong Korando at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ssangyong Korando is 87,283 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 58,470 and 108,381 miles.
Buying a used Korando?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 73.7% pass rate and an average repair bill of £96 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.