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A8 RFE

2018 Ssangyong Korando

Black Diesel 2157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

68,939 mi
Last recorded68,939 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Ssangyong Korando35,563 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 RFE
MakeSsangyong
ModelKorando
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,157cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 68,939 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 59,756 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres are wearing more on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 May 2024 52,390 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2024 52,390 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Mar 2023 46,694 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 38,082 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 31,652 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 Mar 2021 31,651 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment lock nut loose (2.1.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment lock nut loose (2.1.3 (b) (ii))

How Reliable is the Ssangyong Korando?

Based on 79,386 MOT tests across 8,435 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,303
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
8,435
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 803
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 637
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A8 RFE is a 2018 Ssangyong Korando in Black with a 2,157cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2018 Ssangyong Korando models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 35,563 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ssangyong Korando fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 803 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A8 RFE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ssangyong Korando typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 8 years old, this Ssangyong Korando is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A8 RFE registered?

A8 RFE is a 2018 Ssangyong Korando, first registered on 31 March 2018.

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