Ssangyong Tivoli (2018)
2018 Ssangyong Tivoli
CarHunch analysed 1,063 real MOT records for the 2018 Ssangyong Tivoli. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2018 Tivoli passes its MOT slightly above the UK average at 82.8%, though petrol versions (84.9%) are meaningfully more reliable than diesels (81.2%). The major concern here is that 37% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above acceptable—which suggests systemic issues buyers should investigate thoroughly before purchase.
These cars are running lower mileage than typical for their age at just over 36,000 miles on average, yet still rack up 1.23 failures and 6.4 advisories per test, pointing to build quality or component durability problems rather than wear-and-tear. Before buying, get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically checks the brake system, steering, and suspension, since dangerous defects cluster in these areas on this model.
What to check before buying a 2018 Ssangyong Tivoli
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.
- ⚠️ 37% 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 (56%) | 596 | 81.2% | 1.37 |
| Petrol (44%) | 467 | 84.9% | 1.06 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2018 Ssangyong Tivoli 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 2018 Ssangyong Tivoli vehicles fall between 26,019 and 50,342 miles.
2018 Ssangyong Tivoli — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 1,022 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 98% 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
Most Common MOT Issues — 2018 Ssangyong Tivoli
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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44.9%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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40.4%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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39.7%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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17.2%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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16.4%
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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16.3%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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15.9%
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources
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14.3%
Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2018. Counts include advisories and failures.
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