2007 SsangYong Rodius — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 324 MOT tests, the 2007 SsangYong Rodius recorded a 65.7% pass rate. All cars of a similar age fail 26.5% of the time, so this is 7.8pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 28.7% of tests against 17.3% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are stop lamp, headlamp aim and component mounting prescribed areas — stop lamp alone was recorded 46 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 28.2% in the 60-90k band and 37.5% in the 120-150k band, a 9.3-point spread.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 37.6% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 30.9% of tests failed in 2021 against 38.7% in 2024, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 28.7% | 93 |
| 2 | Suspension | 17.3% | 56 |
| 3 | Brakes | 14.5% | 47 |
| 4 | Steering | 8.9% | 29 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.3% | 27 |
| 6 | Tyres | 7.1% | 23 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stop lamp | 46 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 39 |
| 3 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 34 |
| 4 | Track rod end | 27 |
| 5 | Shock absorbers | 25 |
| 6 | Position 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 | Suspension | 37.6% | 122 |
| 2 | Brakes | 36.1% | 117 |
| 3 | Tyres | 29.9% | 97 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 23.5% | 76 |
| 5 | Other defects | 22.5% | 73 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 18.8% | 61 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 60-90k | 85 | 28.2% |
| 90-120k | 127 | 37.8% |
| 120-150k | 64 | 37.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 126 | 30.9% |
| 2022 | 91 | 39.6% |
| 2023 | 60 | 33.3% |
| 2024 | 31 | 38.7% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Rodius
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 28.7% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (28.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (17.3% 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.
- Brakes (14.5% 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.
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 2007 SsangYong Rodiuss pass their MOT?
65.7% of the 324 2007 SsangYong Rodius MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 34.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 SsangYong Rodius?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 28.7% of tests, followed by suspension (17.3%).
Does the 2007 Rodius get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 28.2% in the 60-90k band to 37.5% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 324 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.