2013 SsangYong Rodius — MOT failures & pass rate
755 MOT tests on the 2013 SsangYong Rodius are in this dataset, and 69.9% of them passed. Against all cars of a similar age (19.8% fail rate), the 2013 Rodius comes out 10.3pp worse. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 23.4% of all tests — 9.8 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, headlamp aim and ball joint — position lamp alone was recorded 74 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 30-60k one: 21.8% versus 26.7%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 36.4% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 29.0% of tests failed in 2021 against 34.9% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 23.4% | 177 |
| 2 | Suspension | 13.6% | 103 |
| 3 | Brakes | 11.1% | 84 |
| 4 | Visibility | 5.3% | 40 |
| 5 | Steering | 5.2% | 39 |
| 6 | Tyres | 4.9% | 37 |
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 | 74 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 62 |
| 3 | Ball joint | 53 |
| 4 | Rigid brake pipes | 44 |
| 5 | Stop lamp | 43 |
| 6 | Ball joint dust cover | 42 |
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 | 36.4% | 275 |
| 2 | Tyres | 26.4% | 199 |
| 3 | Suspension | 23.2% | 175 |
| 4 | Other defects | 11.3% | 85 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 10.7% | 81 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 9.3% | 70 |
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 | 180 | 26.7% |
| 60-90k | 290 | 33.5% |
| 90-120k | 149 | 28.2% |
| 120-150k | 61 | 41.0% |
| 150k+ | 55 | 21.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 176 | 29.0% |
| 2022 | 170 | 29.4% |
| 2023 | 149 | 26.9% |
| 2024 | 134 | 31.3% |
| 2025 | 126 | 34.9% |
What to check before buying a 2013 Rodius
On a 2013 Rodius, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 23.4% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (23.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (13.6% 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 (11.1% 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 2013 SsangYong Rodiuss pass their MOT?
69.9% of the 755 2013 SsangYong Rodius MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 30.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2013 SsangYong Rodius?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 23.4% of tests, followed by suspension (13.6%).
Does the 2013 Rodius get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 26.7% in the 30-60k band to 21.8% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 755 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.