Ssangyong Rexton (2006)
2006 Ssangyong Rexton
CarHunch analysed 731 real MOT records for the 2006 Ssangyong Rexton. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2006 Rexton is a reliability concern: only 66.5% pass MOT first time versus the UK average of 80%, and nearly half of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point. This is a notably weak showing that should give buyers serious pause.
At around 70,600 miles median, these Rextons are fairly high-mileage for their age, yet they're still racking up an average of 5.24 failures and 23.6 advisories per test—suggesting inherent durability problems rather than just wear and tear. If you're considering one, budget for meaningful mechanical work and get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically checks suspension, brakes, and steering components where dangerous defects cluster on this model.
What to check before buying a 2006 Ssangyong Rexton
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.
- ⚠️ 46% 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%) | 725 | 66.5% | 5.24 |
| Petrol (1%) | 6 | 63.6% | 6.17 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2006 Ssangyong Rexton 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 2006 Ssangyong Rexton vehicles fall between 57,332 and 86,132 miles.
2006 Ssangyong Rexton — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 43 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (7% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2006 Ssangyong Rexton
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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57.4%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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56.3%
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements
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56%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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54.1%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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53.3%
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded
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52.4%
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded
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52.2%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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46%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2006. Counts include advisories and failures.
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