Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 Ssangyong Korando?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2013 Ssangyong Korando?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2013 Ssangyong Korando?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2013 Ssangyong Korando vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

49% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2013 Ssangyong Korando reliable?

Based on MOT data from 610 vehicles, the 2013 Ssangyong Korando has a first-time MOT pass rate of 74.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2013 Ssangyong Korando?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2013 Ssangyong Korando are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (52.5% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (47.8% of vehicles), Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (42.3% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2013 Ssangyong Korando?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Ssangyong Korando (2013)

610 real MOT outcomes analysed • 74.2% first-time pass rate

2013 Ssangyong Korando

CarHunch analysed 610 real MOT records for the 2013 Ssangyong Korando. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2013 Ssangyong Korando trails the UK average considerably, with a 74.2% first-time pass rate versus 80%, and nearly half of these vehicles (49.2%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a significant red flag for potential buyers. This diesel-only cohort shows consistent but middling reliability across the board.

At around 61,000 miles average, these ten-year-old Korandos are fairly typical for their age, yet they're generating 3.4 failures and nearly 19 advisories per test on average, pointing to systemic wear issues rather than isolated problems. Before purchasing one, have a pre-buy inspection focus specifically on brake and suspension components, since the dangerous defect rate is so high, and budget for repair work beyond routine maintenance.

The 2013 Ssangyong Korando has a below-average first-time pass rate (74.2% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

74.2%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

49.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.38

Over 12.2 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

59k

Middle half: 46k–73k

For context

⚠️ Below average. More vehicles in this cohort fail their first MOT than typical. Scrutinise this vehicle's history — look for recurring issues, not just the latest result.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 18.8 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 610 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 610 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 52.5%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 40.3%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Lighting 20.5%

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources · Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2013.

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Before you buy a 2013 Ssangyong Korando

Based on MOT data from 610 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 49.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (100%)	609	74.1%	3.39

Colour Breakdown

Based on 8,295 Ssangyong Korando vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 20%

1,662

Black 16.9%

1,404

Grey 14.8%

1,224

Silver 14.7%

1,222

Blue 14.7%

1,217

Red 11.6%

965

Green 4.1%

340

Maroon 2.4%

196

Brown 0.4%

Orange 0.2%

Multi-colour 0.2%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 Ssangyong Korando vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

59,301

typical

46,440

low mileage

73,273

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Ssangyong Korando vehicles fall between 46,440 and 73,273 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 46,440 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 46,440–73,273 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Ssangyong Korandos sit.

⚠ Over 98,918 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2013 Ssangyong Korando — Still on the Road

Most 2013 Ssangyong Korandos are still being driven.

424 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 73% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

12.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.38

Avg failures per vehicle

18.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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