2016 SsangYong Musso — MOT failures & pass rate
583 MOT tests on the 2016 SsangYong Musso are in this dataset, and 69.1% of them passed. That is 16.4 percentage points worse than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 14.5%. Failures cluster in brakes, suspension and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — brakes (17.8%) and suspension (14.9%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are rbt (sp), coil spring and parking brake performance — rbt (sp) alone was recorded 62 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 12.8% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 38.8% once past 90-120k — 3.0× the risk.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 22.8% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 30.8% of tests failed in 2021 against 33.0% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 17.8% | 104 |
| 2 | Suspension | 14.9% | 87 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 13.7% | 80 |
| 4 | Steering | 6.7% | 39 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.1% | 24 |
| 6 | Tyres | 3.6% | 21 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rbt (sp) | 62 |
| 2 | Coil spring | 50 |
| 3 | Parking brake performance | 49 |
| 4 | Track rod end | 37 |
| 5 | Ball joint dust cover | 33 |
| 6 | Position lamp | 28 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 22.8% | 133 |
| 2 | Brakes | 22.6% | 132 |
| 3 | Tyres | 20.2% | 118 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 13.2% | 77 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.9% | 40 |
| 6 | Other defects | 6.7% | 39 |
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 | 39 | 12.8% |
| 30-60k | 236 | 30.5% |
| 60-90k | 205 | 32.7% |
| 90-120k | 80 | 38.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 117 | 30.8% |
| 2022 | 118 | 28.0% |
| 2023 | 123 | 31.7% |
| 2024 | 113 | 31.0% |
| 2025 | 112 | 33.0% |
What to check before buying a 2016 Musso
On a 2016 Musso, brakes is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 17.8% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Brakes (17.8% 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 (14.9% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (13.7% 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 2016 SsangYong Mussos pass their MOT?
69.1% of the 583 2016 SsangYong Musso MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 30.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2016 SsangYong Musso?
Brakes, recorded in 17.8% of tests, followed by suspension (14.9%).
Does the 2016 Musso get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 12.8% in the 0-30k band to 38.8% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 583 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.