Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 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 2018 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 2018 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 2018 Ssangyong Rodius vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

34% 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 Rodius reliable?

Based on MOT data from 475 vehicles, the 2018 Ssangyong Rodius has a first-time MOT pass rate of 78.9%, 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 Rodius?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2018 Ssangyong Rodius are: Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (47.2% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (44.4% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (44.1% 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 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 (2018)

475 real MOT outcomes analysed • 78.9% first-time pass rate

2018 Ssangyong Rodius

CarHunch analysed 475 real MOT records for the 2018 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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Moderate sample. 475 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2018 SsangYong Rodius falls just short of the UK average with a 78.9% first-time pass rate, but the real concern is that 34.1% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above the typical threshold and a significant red flag for safety-critical systems. This suggests recurring issues with braking, steering, or suspension components that warrant careful inspection before purchase.

At 40,000 miles median mileage, these vehicles are running relatively low for their age, yet they're averaging 1.61 failures per test and 7.5 advisories, indicating maintenance demands mount quickly. Before buying, have a pre-purchase inspection focus specifically on the brake system, suspension geometry, and any history of previous MOT failures in the vendor's records.

The 2018 Ssangyong Rodius has a decent first-time pass rate (78.9%), 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

78.9%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

34.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.61

Over 6.8 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

40k

Middle half: 29k–54k

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 7.5 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 475 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 475 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 47.2%

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

Brake wear 44.4%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Lighting 22.2%

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

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

Other issues 18.9%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Suspension & steering 15%

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play · Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play · Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play · …

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 2018.

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Based on MOT data from 475 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 34.1% 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 4,056 Ssangyong Rodius vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 29.9%

1,213

Silver 25%

1,016

Grey 17.9%

724

White 11.3%

457

Red 10.9%

441

Blue 4.3%

176

Maroon 0.4%

Purple 0.3%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2018 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.

40,296

typical

29,331

low mileage

54,324

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Ssangyong Rodius vehicles fall between 29,331 and 54,324 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 29,331 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.

✓ 29,331–54,324 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Ssangyong Rodiuss sit.

⚠ Over 73,337 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 Rodius — Still on the Road

Almost all 2018 Ssangyong Rodiuss are still on the road.

Strong survival — 453 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 99% 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

6.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.61

Avg failures per vehicle

7.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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