Ssangyong Rodius (2006)
2006 Ssangyong Rodius
CarHunch analysed 332 real MOT records for the 2006 Ssangyong Rodius. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2006 Ssangyong Rodius is a genuinely problematic prospect: its 65.9% first-time pass rate trails the UK average by 14 percentage points, and nearly half of all vehicles in this cohort (47.9%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point. This isn't a fringe issue—it reflects a systematic reliability problem across the model.
At 78,480 miles on average, these cars have covered reasonable mileage for their age, yet they're still averaging 4.85 failures per MOT and a concerning 19.9 advisories per vehicle, suggesting chronic wear and neglect compound quickly. If you're considering one, budget heavily for repairs and insist on a full pre-purchase inspection covering brakes, suspension, and structural integrity—the dangerous defect rate makes skipping this false economy.
What to check before buying a 2006 Ssangyong Rodius
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.
- ⚠️ 47.9% 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%) | 329 | 66% | 4.86 |
| Petrol (1%) | 3 | 62.1% | 3 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2006 Ssangyong Rodius 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 Rodius vehicles fall between 57,499 and 90,174 miles.
2006 Ssangyong Rodius — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 17 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2024 (7% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2024.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2006 Ssangyong Rodius
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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76.2%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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75.6%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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61.6%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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58.2%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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54.7%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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40.6%
Oil leak
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39.4%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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37.2%
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2006. Counts include advisories and failures.
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