2012 SsangYong Rodius — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 411 MOT tests, the 2012 SsangYong Rodius recorded a 66.2% pass rate. Against all cars of a similar age (21.2% fail rate), the 2012 Rodius comes out 12.7pp worse. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 25.8% of tests against 14.1% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, headlamp aim and rear fog lamp — position lamp alone was recorded 40 times.
A 120-150k example is materially riskier than a 30-60k one: 32.4% versus 22.4%.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 34.1% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is improving — the fail rate fell from 37.9% in 2021 to 32.1% in 2025, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 25.8% | 106 |
| 2 | Suspension | 14.1% | 58 |
| 3 | Brakes | 14.1% | 58 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 12.2% | 50 |
| 5 | Tyres | 7.5% | 31 |
| 6 | Steering | 7.1% | 29 |
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 | 40 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 38 |
| 3 | Rear fog lamp | 37 |
| 4 | Stop lamp | 36 |
| 5 | Track rod end | 31 |
| 6 | Exhaust system | 30 |
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 | 34.1% | 140 |
| 2 | Tyres | 31.1% | 128 |
| 3 | Suspension | 22.4% | 92 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 14.6% | 60 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 13.1% | 54 |
| 6 | Other defects | 12.2% | 50 |
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 | 67 | 22.4% |
| 60-90k | 166 | 34.9% |
| 90-120k | 116 | 38.8% |
| 120-150k | 34 | 32.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 116 | 37.9% |
| 2022 | 92 | 30.4% |
| 2023 | 81 | 30.9% |
| 2024 | 69 | 36.2% |
| 2025 | 53 | 32.1% |
What to check before buying a 2012 Rodius
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 25.8% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (25.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (14.1% 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 (14.1% 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 2012 SsangYong Rodiuss pass their MOT?
66.2% of the 411 2012 SsangYong Rodius MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 33.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2012 SsangYong Rodius?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 25.8% of tests, followed by suspension (14.1%).
Does the 2012 Rodius get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 22.4% in the 30-60k band to 32.4% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 411 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.