Ssangyong Kyron
From 272 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, body and cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point. The top issue, an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, caused 11 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 11 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 10 |
| body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point | 9 |
| exhaust system leaking or insecure | 9 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 9 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 8 |
| a wheel bearing with excessive play | 8 |
| parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value | 7 |
| a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play | 7 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 7 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 27.1% of Kyron failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 28.2% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £111.
Ssangyong Kyron on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 62 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 62. At this rate, roughly 4 years until none remain. Now at 23.8% of its peak (1,063 in 2011 Q1).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 81 | 172 | +0 | -10 | -10 |
| 2025 Q2 | 87 | 176 | +0 | -12 | -12 |
| 2025 Q1 | 98 | 177 | +0 | -16 | -16 |
| 2024 Q4 | 102 | 189 | +0 | -24 | -24 |
| 2024 Q3 | 118 | 197 | +0 | -17 | -17 |
| 2024 Q2 | 127 | 205 | +0 | -13 | -13 |
| 2024 Q1 | 135 | 210 | +0 | -14 | -14 |
| 2023 Q4 | 155 | 204 | +0 | -17 | -17 |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
Typical mileage
Half of all Kyrons tested had between 67,106 and 126,755 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 98,319 median miles, the Kyron has 0.035 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Ssangyong models
| Ssangyong Korando | 73.7% |
| Ssangyong Tivoli | 76.9% |
| Ssangyong Rexton | 74.9% |
| Ssangyong Musso | 75% |
| Ssangyong Rodius | 69.7% |
Common questions
What is the Ssangyong Kyron MOT pass rate?
The Ssangyong Kyron has a 65.8% MOT pass rate based on 272 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ssangyong Kyron?
The most common MOT failure on the Ssangyong Kyron is an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, which caused 11 failures. Other common issues include a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
How many Ssangyong Kyrons are on UK roads?
There are 81 Ssangyong Kyrons currently licensed on UK roads, with 172 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Ssangyong Kyron at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ssangyong Kyron is 98,319 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 67,106 and 126,755 miles.
Buying a used Kyron?
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 65.8% pass rate and an average repair bill of £111 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 27.1% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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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.