2011 SsangYong Korando — MOT failures & pass rate
397 MOT tests on the 2011 SsangYong Korando are in this dataset, and 72.5% of them passed. Against mid-size SUVs of a similar age (23.5% fail rate), the 2011 Korando comes out 4.0pp worse. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 18.1% of all tests — 4.0 points clear of brakes, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, rigid brake pipes and stop lamp — position lamp alone was recorded 41 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 29.7% of 30-60k cars fail, rising to 25.0% once past 120-150k.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 35.0% of tests without failing them.
The trend is improving — the fail rate fell from 29.0% in 2021 to 26.3% in 2025, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 18.1% | 72 |
| 2 | Brakes | 14.1% | 56 |
| 3 | Suspension | 11.6% | 46 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 7.8% | 31 |
| 5 | Visibility | 5.8% | 23 |
| 6 | Tyres | 4.8% | 19 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 41 |
| 2 | Rigid brake pipes | 28 |
| 3 | Stop lamp | 25 |
| 4 | Ball joint dust cover | 21 |
| 5 | Service brake performance | 21 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 19 |
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 | 35.0% | 139 |
| 2 | Tyres | 29.0% | 115 |
| 3 | Suspension | 24.7% | 98 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 23.7% | 94 |
| 5 | Other defects | 10.3% | 41 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 9.1% | 36 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 64 | 29.7% |
| 60-90k | 163 | 24.5% |
| 90-120k | 126 | 31.8% |
| 120-150k | 32 | 25.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 107 | 29.0% |
| 2022 | 92 | 27.2% |
| 2023 | 80 | 28.7% |
| 2024 | 61 | 24.6% |
| 2025 | 57 | 26.3% |
What to check before buying a 2011 Korando
On a 2011 Korando, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 18.1% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (18.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (14.1% 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.
- Suspension (11.6% 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 2011 SsangYong Korandos pass their MOT?
72.5% of the 397 2011 SsangYong Korando MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2011 SsangYong Korando?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 18.1% of tests, followed by brakes (14.1%).
Does the 2011 Korando get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 29.7% in the 30-60k band to 25.0% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 397 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.