SSANGYONG REXTON2003 · 2.9L DIESEL

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is currently uncertain due to a complete lack of MOT data for the past thirteen years. The last recorded test took place in July 2013 where the vehicle passed after rectifying multiple significant failures. Before that point, the maintenance trend showed a clear decline in condition, specifically regarding the corrosion of the braking system and the exhaust assembly. Since no tests have been logged since 2013, there is no documented evidence that the vehicle has maintained structural integrity or mechanical safety over the last decade. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a vehicle of twenty-three years, having covered only 20,119 miles. This averages to fewer than 900 miles per year, suggesting the car was either used sparingly or sat stationary for long periods. Between May 2011 at 7,050 miles and July 2013 at 20,119 miles, the car covered over 13,000 miles rapidly. While low mileage reduces engine wear, it often leads to degradation of rubber components, seized brake calipers, and fluid breakdown. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity, as the 2012 test already flagged the chassis starting to rust from front to rear. The 2013 failure highlighted excessive corrosion across all four brake pipes and a major exhaust leak, issues that would have worsened significantly if left unaddressed. Special attention should be paid to the wheel bearings noted for play in 2012 and the condition of the tyres, which likely suffer from age rot rather than mileage. Given the gap in records, the risk of hidden structural rot or perished mechanical seals is high.