2009 SsangYong Rodius — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 463 MOT tests, the 2009 SsangYong Rodius recorded a 68.5% pass rate. Against all cars of a similar age (24.8% fail rate), the 2009 Rodius comes out 6.7pp worse. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 22.3% of tests against 17.7% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are track rod end, position lamp and rigid brake pipes — track rod end alone was recorded 63 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2009 Rodius fails 32.7% of the time in the 30-60k band and 32.6% at 150k+, a spread of only 0.1 points.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 38.9% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is improving — the fail rate fell from 31.9% in 2021 to 22.9% in 2025, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 22.3% | 103 |
| 2 | Suspension | 17.7% | 82 |
| 3 | Brakes | 12.3% | 57 |
| 4 | Steering | 12.1% | 56 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 5.2% | 24 |
| 6 | Visibility | 5.0% | 23 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Track rod end | 63 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 44 |
| 3 | Rigid brake pipes | 43 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 41 |
| 5 | Rear fog lamp | 39 |
| 6 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 34 |
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 | 38.9% | 180 |
| 2 | Brakes | 34.8% | 161 |
| 3 | Tyres | 23.5% | 109 |
| 4 | Other defects | 20.3% | 94 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 19.2% | 89 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 13.2% | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 52 | 32.7% |
| 60-90k | 134 | 29.8% |
| 90-120k | 162 | 32.7% |
| 120-150k | 66 | 31.8% |
| 150k+ | 46 | 32.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 160 | 31.9% |
| 2022 | 128 | 33.6% |
| 2023 | 79 | 27.9% |
| 2024 | 61 | 36.1% |
| 2025 | 35 | 22.9% |
What to check before buying a 2009 Rodius
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 22.3% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (22.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (17.7% 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.
- Brakes (12.3% 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.
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 Rodiuss pass their MOT?
68.5% of the 463 2009 SsangYong Rodius MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 31.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2009 SsangYong Rodius?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 22.3% of tests, followed by suspension (17.7%).
Does the 2009 Rodius get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 32.7% in the 30-60k band to 32.6% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 463 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.