2009 SsangYong Kyron — MOT failures & pass rate
452 MOT tests on the 2009 SsangYong Kyron are in this dataset, and 68.1% of them passed. Against all cars of a similar age (24.8% fail rate), the 2009 Kyron comes out 7.1pp worse. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 19.0% of all tests — 3.1 points clear of brakes, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, track rod end and rigid brake pipes — position lamp alone was recorded 32 times.
A 120-150k example is materially riskier than a 30-60k one: 35.5% versus 27.0%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 29.4% of tests without failing them.
The trend is improving — the fail rate fell from 35.4% in 2021 to 20.6% in 2025, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 19.0% | 86 |
| 2 | Brakes | 15.9% | 72 |
| 3 | Suspension | 14.6% | 66 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.1% | 41 |
| 5 | Steering | 8.0% | 36 |
| 6 | Visibility | 6.9% | 31 |
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 | 32 |
| 2 | Track rod end | 31 |
| 3 | Rigid brake pipes | 30 |
| 4 | Chassis condition | 29 |
| 5 | Stop lamp | 25 |
| 6 | Rear fog lamp | 24 |
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 | 29.4% | 133 |
| 2 | Suspension | 25.9% | 117 |
| 3 | Tyres | 20.1% | 91 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 19.3% | 87 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 13.9% | 63 |
| 6 | Other defects | 11.3% | 51 |
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 | 37 | 27.0% |
| 60-90k | 170 | 32.9% |
| 90-120k | 156 | 30.1% |
| 120-150k | 76 | 35.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 161 | 35.4% |
| 2022 | 119 | 33.6% |
| 2023 | 87 | 33.3% |
| 2024 | 51 | 21.6% |
| 2025 | 34 | 20.6% |
What to check before buying a 2009 Kyron
On a 2009 Kyron, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 19.0% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (19.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (15.9% 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 (14.6% 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 2009 SsangYong Kyrons pass their MOT?
68.1% of the 452 2009 SsangYong Kyron MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 31.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2009 SsangYong Kyron?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 19.0% of tests, followed by brakes (15.9%).
Does the 2009 Kyron get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 27.0% in the 30-60k band to 35.5% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 452 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.