Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto?

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 2021 Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto?

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 2021 Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto?

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.

Is the 2021 Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto reliable?

Based on MOT data from 223 vehicles, the 2021 Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto has a first-time MOT pass rate of 88.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2021 Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto?

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 Tivoli Ultimate T Auto (2021)

223 real MOT outcomes analysed • 88.9% first-time pass rate

2021 Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto

CarHunch analysed 223 real MOT records for the 2021 Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2021 Tivoli is above average on reliability, with an 87.7% first-time pass rate that beats the UK average of 80% by a clear margin. The 8.1% rate of dangerous defects is reassuringly low, suggesting buyers won't encounter serious safety issues in the used market.

At 23,996 miles average for a 2021 model, these cars are running well within normal wear parameters, and the modest 0.35 failures per vehicle indicates they're holding up durably. The higher advisory rate of 1.9 per car suggests minor wear items crop up regularly—typical for this age—so budget for routine servicing but don't expect major surprises; get a pre-purchase inspection to confirm the service history is complete.

We have limited data for the 2021 Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ About 1 in 12 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

88.9%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

8.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.35

Over 2.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

21k

Middle half: 14k–29k

For context

These stats describe 223 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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Based on MOT data from 223 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 8.1% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 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 →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (99%)	221	88.8%	0.35

Colour Breakdown

Based on 746 Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 23.7%

177

Blue 18.2%

136

Red 16.5%

123

White 16.5%

123

Black 15.7%

117

Silver 9.4%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto 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.

20,816

typical

14,136

low mileage

28,921

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Auto vehicles fall between 14,136 and 28,921 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 14,136 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.

✓ 14,136–28,921 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Ssangyong Tivoli Ultimate T Autos sit.

⚠ Over 39,043 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

2.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.35

Avg failures per vehicle

1.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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