Ssangyong Rodius (2014)
2014 Ssangyong Rodius
CarHunch analysed 256 real MOT records for the 2014 Ssangyong Rodius. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2014 SsangYong Rodius falls short of the UK average with a first-time pass rate of 72.7% versus 80%, and that gap matters: over half of these vehicles (54.7%) have recorded at least one dangerous defect during their MOT history, which is a serious red flag for any buyer. This is a reliability concern that goes beyond typical wear-and-tear failures.
These Rodius examples have covered a modest 62,340 miles at median, yet they're averaging 3.34 failures and 17.7 advisories per test, suggesting mechanical issues crop up regularly regardless of mileage. Before committing to one, budget for near-term repairs and get a full pre-purchase inspection focused on structural integrity and brake systems, where dangerous defects typically emerge.
What to check before buying a 2014 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.
- ⚠️ 54.7% 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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Mileage Distribution
Most 2014 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 2014 Ssangyong Rodius vehicles fall between 49,046 and 80,912 miles.
2014 Ssangyong Rodius — Still on the Road
188 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 77% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2014 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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53.9%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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50.9%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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50.2%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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49.4%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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46%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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34%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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24.7%
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
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23.9%
Oil leak, but not excessive
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2014. Counts include advisories and failures.
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