2021 Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 369 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, brakes and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 89.4% was below the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 5.7% | 21 |
| 2 | Brakes | 5.1% | 19 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 3.0% | 11 |
| 4 | Tyres | 1.6% | 6 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.5% | 2 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.5% | 2 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brake pads | 28 |
| 2 | Wipers | 22 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 11 |
| 4 | Rear fog lamp | 5 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 4 |
| 6 | Washers | 2 |
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 | 27.6% | 102 |
| 2 | Tyres | 17.1% | 63 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.5% | 24 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.8% | 14 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 1.9% | 7 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 1.6% | 6 |
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 | 261 | 9.2% |
| 30-60k | 98 | 12.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 180 | 10.6% |
| 2025 | 184 | 10.9% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Korando Ultimate Auto
Before buying a 2021 Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 5.7% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (5.7% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Brakes (5.1% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (3.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
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 2021 Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Autos pass their MOT?
89.4% of the 369 2021 Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Ssangyong Korando Ultimate Auto?
Visibility, recorded in 5.7% of tests, followed by brakes (5.1%).
Does the 2021 Korando Ultimate Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.2% in the 0-30k band to 12.2% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 369 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.