Ssangyong Korando (2017)
2017 Ssangyong Korando
CarHunch analysed 921 real MOT records for the 2017 Ssangyong Korando. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2017 Ssangyong Korando passes its MOT at a respectable 83%, which is 3 percentage points above the UK average, but a significant concern emerges in the dangerous defect rate: 34.3% of these vehicles have recorded at least one dangerous fault, well above acceptable thresholds and suggesting potential safety issues that buyers should investigate carefully.
At 43,867 miles average, these Korandos are running fairly low mileage for their age, which typically correlates with better reliability, yet they're still accumulating 1.46 failures per vehicle on average. Before purchasing, have an independent inspection focus on the specific dangerous defects this model is prone to—brake, steering, and visibility issues are common culprits at this mileage level.
What to check before buying a 2017 Ssangyong Korando
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 34.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (99%) | 913 | 83.1% | 1.46 |
| Petrol (1%) | 8 | 78.6% | 1.88 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2017 Ssangyong Korando vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2017 Ssangyong Korando vehicles fall between 31,135 and 53,349 miles.
2017 Ssangyong Korando — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 872 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 97% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2020–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2017 Ssangyong Korando
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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42.8%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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38.4%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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37.7%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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29.7%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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26.8%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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25.7%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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19.8%
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
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18.7%
Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2017. Counts include advisories and failures.
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