2014 SsangYong Rexton — MOT failures & pass rate
2,482 MOT tests on the 2014 SsangYong Rexton are in this dataset, and 68.8% of them passed. That is 16.2 percentage points worse than large SUVs of a similar age, which fail at 15.0%. Failures cluster in brakes, lighting & signalling and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — brakes (16.3%) and lighting & signalling (15.9%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are ball joint dust cover, rbt (sp) and coil spring — ball joint dust cover alone was recorded 242 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 15.4% in the 0-30k band and 31.7% in the 150k+ band, a 16.3-point spread — more than double.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 28.6% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 29.2% of tests failed in 2021 against 32.5% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 16.3% | 404 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 15.9% | 394 |
| 3 | Suspension | 15.7% | 390 |
| 4 | Steering | 6.0% | 148 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.9% | 96 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 3.9% | 96 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ball joint dust cover | 242 |
| 2 | Rbt (sp) | 227 |
| 3 | Coil spring | 162 |
| 4 | Parking brake performance | 161 |
| 5 | Track rod end | 156 |
| 6 | Rear fog lamp | 138 |
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 | 28.6% | 709 |
| 2 | Suspension | 22.4% | 556 |
| 3 | Tyres | 20.3% | 505 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 16.0% | 396 |
| 5 | Steering | 7.3% | 181 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 7.0% | 173 |
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 | 117 | 15.4% |
| 30-60k | 676 | 28.5% |
| 60-90k | 957 | 32.7% |
| 90-120k | 526 | 34.2% |
| 120-150k | 165 | 34.5% |
| 150k+ | 41 | 31.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 511 | 29.2% |
| 2022 | 526 | 31.0% |
| 2023 | 501 | 30.9% |
| 2024 | 492 | 32.5% |
| 2025 | 452 | 32.5% |
What to check before buying a 2014 Rexton
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: brakes accounted for 16.3% of tests. Start there.
- Brakes (16.3% 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 (15.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (15.7% 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 2014 SsangYong Rextons pass their MOT?
68.8% of the 2,482 2014 SsangYong Rexton MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 31.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2014 SsangYong Rexton?
Brakes, recorded in 16.3% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (15.9%).
Does the 2014 Rexton get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 15.4% in the 0-30k band to 31.7% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,482 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.