2016 Ssangyong Korando — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 7,477 MOT tests analysed for the 2016 Ssangyong Korando, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension. Its pass rate of 79.1% was below the average for cars of a similar age (85.9%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 36.6% in the 150k+ group versus 13.5% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 12.0% | 895 |
| 2 | Brakes | 9.4% | 702 |
| 3 | Suspension | 6.5% | 488 |
| 4 | Tyres | 5.0% | 376 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.4% | 329 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 2.2% | 166 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 467 |
| 2 | Stop lamp | 282 |
| 3 | Rbt (sp) | 280 |
| 4 | Rigid brake pipes | 263 |
| 5 | Coil spring | 246 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 227 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 27.8% | 2,081 |
| 2 | Tyres | 24.1% | 1,801 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 10.8% | 805 |
| 4 | Suspension | 10.5% | 786 |
| 5 | Other defects | 8.6% | 644 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.2% | 462 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 894 | 13.5% |
| 30-60k | 3,685 | 18.8% |
| 60-90k | 2,157 | 24.1% |
| 90-120k | 588 | 30.1% |
| 120-150k | 103 | 27.2% |
| 150k+ | 41 | 36.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,467 | 16.8% |
| 2022 | 1,485 | 18.2% |
| 2023 | 1,527 | 21.1% |
| 2024 | 1,513 | 23.2% |
| 2025 | 1,485 | 24.9% |
What to check before buying a 2016 Korando
Before buying a 2016 Ssangyong Korando, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 12.0% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (12.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (9.4% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Suspension (6.5% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2016 Ssangyong Korandos pass their MOT?
79.1% of the 7,477 2016 Ssangyong Korando MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 20.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2016 Ssangyong Korando?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 12.0% of tests, followed by brakes (9.4%).
Does the 2016 Korando get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 13.5% in the 0-30k band to 36.6% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 7,477 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.