SSANGYONG MUSSO2018 · 2.2L DIESEL

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding steering and suspension components. While it passed the most recent test in September 2025 at 82,983 miles, the tester identified play in the steering rack inner joints. This represents a progression from the minor issues noted in 2024 and 2023, where steering linkage ball joints and track rod ends were flagged for slight play. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging 10,300 miles per year. The record shows a clean start in 2021 at 22,019 miles, suggesting early life was well maintained. However, as the mileage climbed toward 37,572 miles in 2022 and reached over 66,000 by 2024, the frequency of mechanical advisories increased, indicating the vehicle is now entering a phase where component wear on moving parts is expected. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front end to determine if the play in the steering rack inner joints has been properly rectified. The recurring nature of ball joint and tie rod faults across three consecutive tests suggests a potential issue with suspension geometry or premature component fatigue. Additionally, the current state of the brakes and tyres should be verified, as the 2022 record showed thin pads and discs across all axles, and the 2024 test flagged multiple tyres reaching the legal limit with uneven wear patterns.