Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2010 Ssangyong Kyron?

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 2010 Ssangyong Kyron?

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 2010 Ssangyong Kyron?

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 2010 Ssangyong Kyron vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

40% 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 2010 Ssangyong Kyron reliable?

Based on MOT data from 107 vehicles, the 2010 Ssangyong Kyron has a first-time MOT pass rate of 74.1%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2010 Ssangyong Kyron?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2010 Ssangyong Kyron are: Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (41.6% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (37.2% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (34.3% 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 2010 Ssangyong Kyron?

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 Kyron (2010)

107 real MOT outcomes analysed • 74.1% first-time pass rate

2010 Ssangyong Kyron

CarHunch analysed 107 real MOT records for the 2010 Ssangyong Kyron. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2010 Kyron's 74.1% first-time pass rate trails the UK average of 80%, signalling below-average reliability, and a concerning 40.2% of tested vehicles have recorded dangerous defects—well above acceptable threshold. This is a vehicle that will likely require more remedial work than most peers before it passes its MOT.

At 61,600 miles on average, mileage is reasonable for a 14-year-old model, yet owners are averaging 3.38 failures and 15 advisories per test—suggesting wear and corrosion issues accumulate steadily. Before committing to purchase, have a pre-buy inspection focus on suspension, braking components, and underside corrosion, as these platforms are prone to deterioration.

We have limited data for the 2010 Ssangyong Kyron — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ 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

74.1%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

40.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.38

Over 12 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

61k

Middle half: 45k–74k

For context

These stats describe 107 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 107 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 41.6%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Parking brake: efficiency below requirements · Parking brake efficiency below requirements · …

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

Tyre wear 37.2%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Front 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.

Other issues 27%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread · Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay · …

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2010.

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Before you buy a 2010 Ssangyong Kyron

Based on MOT data from 107 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 40.2% 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

Mileage Distribution

Most 2010 Ssangyong Kyron 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.

60,861

typical

45,454

low mileage

73,994

high mileage

Half of all 2010 Ssangyong Kyron vehicles fall between 45,454 and 73,994 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 45,454 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.

✓ 45,454–73,994 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2010 Ssangyong Kyrons sit.

⚠ Over 99,891 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2010 Ssangyong Kyron — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 22% of 2010 Ssangyong Kyrons are still active.

Numbers are declining — 21 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (22% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* 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

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.38

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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