Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 Ssangyong Rexton?

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 2018 Ssangyong Rexton?

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 2018 Ssangyong Rexton?

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 2018 Ssangyong Rexton vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

36% 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 2018 Ssangyong Rexton reliable?

Based on MOT data from 336 vehicles, the 2018 Ssangyong Rexton has a first-time MOT pass rate of 84.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2018 Ssangyong Rexton?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2018 Ssangyong Rexton are: Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (43.3% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (35.3% of vehicles), Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (34.4% 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 2018 Ssangyong Rexton?

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 Rexton (2018)

336 real MOT outcomes analysed • 84.2% first-time pass rate

2018 Ssangyong Rexton

CarHunch analysed 336 real MOT records for the 2018 Ssangyong Rexton. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 336 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2018 Rexton passes its MOT first time at 84.2%, which is a solid 4 percentage points ahead of the UK average—a reassuring sign of baseline reliability. However, 36.3% of these vehicles have recorded at least one dangerous defect during their MOT history, which is well above the typical threshold and a genuine buyer concern worth investigating on any used example you're considering.

These Rextons are averaging 44,186 miles at test time, which is reasonable for six-year-old vehicles, and they're accumulating roughly 1.11 failures per MOT cycle alongside 6.9 advisories—suggesting moderate maintenance demands rather than chronic problems. Before purchasing, request the full MOT history and have a pre-purchase inspection focus on any documented dangerous defects, as the prevalence here suggests structural or safety issues aren't uncommon in the model.

The 2018 Ssangyong Rexton has a decent first-time pass rate (84.2%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ 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

84.2%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

36.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.11

Over 6.2 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

41k

Middle half: 31k–53k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 6.9 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 336 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 336 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 43.3%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Offside Rear 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.

Tyre wear 35.3%

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

Suspension & steering 17%

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken · Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Lighting 12.4%

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 2018.

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Based on MOT data from 336 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 36.3% 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

Colour Breakdown

Based on 7,111 Ssangyong Rexton vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 29.1%

2,071

Silver 27.1%

1,926

Blue 14.1%

1,002

Grey 11.6%

826

White 6.9%

491

Purple 2.9%

205

Maroon 2.5%

181

Green 2.4%

172

Red 1.5%

104

Beige 1.2%

Brown 0.6%

Gold 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2018 Ssangyong Rexton 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.

41,069

typical

30,588

low mileage

53,465

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Ssangyong Rexton vehicles fall between 30,588 and 53,465 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 30,588 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.

✓ 30,588–53,465 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Ssangyong Rextons sit.

⚠ Over 72,177 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2018 Ssangyong Rexton — Still on the Road

Almost all 2018 Ssangyong Rextons are still on the road.

Strong survival — 321 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 2021–2025.

MOT History Averages

6.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.11

Avg failures per vehicle

6.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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