Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 Ssangyong Rodius?

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 2013 Ssangyong Rodius?

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 2013 Ssangyong Rodius?

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 2013 Ssangyong Rodius vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

49% 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 2013 Ssangyong Rodius reliable?

Based on MOT data from 145 vehicles, the 2013 Ssangyong Rodius has a first-time MOT pass rate of 69.6%, indicating average reliability for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2013 Ssangyong Rodius?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2013 Ssangyong Rodius are: Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (53.9% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (50.9% of vehicles), Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (50.2% 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 2013 Ssangyong Rodius?

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 Rodius (2013)

145 real MOT outcomes analysed • 69.6% first-time pass rate

2013 Ssangyong Rodius

CarHunch analysed 145 real MOT records for the 2013 Ssangyong Rodius. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2013 Ssangyong Rodius passes its MOT first time in only 69.6% of cases, well below the UK average of 80%, and nearly half of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a serious red flag for any buyer. This seven-year-old seven-seater is clearly a higher-maintenance proposition than most rivals, with vehicles averaging 4 failures per test and 19.8 advisories, suggesting cumulative wear across multiple systems.

The median mileage of 61,400 is reasonable for a 2013, so reliability issues aren't simply down to abuse. Before committing to one, have a pre-purchase inspection focus on braking, suspension, and electrical systems—the dangerous defect rate suggests these areas are particular weak spots on this model. Factor in above-average repair costs when budgeting.

We have limited data for the 2013 Ssangyong Rodius — 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

69.6%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

49%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

4.03

Over 12.6 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

61k

Middle half: 48k–81k

For context

These stats describe 145 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 145 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 53.9%

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 50.9%

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · 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 23.9%

Oil leak, but not excessive

Lighting 21.3%

Offside Front Position lamp not working · Nearside Front Position lamp not working · Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault · …

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Suspension & steering 18.5%

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

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

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2013.

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Before you buy a 2013 Ssangyong Rodius

Based on MOT data from 145 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 49% 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 2013 Ssangyong Rodius 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.

61,409

typical

47,551

low mileage

81,466

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Ssangyong Rodius vehicles fall between 47,551 and 81,466 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 47,551 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.

✓ 47,551–81,466 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Ssangyong Rodiuss sit.

⚠ Over 109,979 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2013 Ssangyong Rodius — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 60% of 2013 Ssangyong Rodiuss are still active.

82 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 60% of the peak remain.

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

12.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

4.03

Avg failures per vehicle

19.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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