2017 Ssangyong Rodius 2.2L Diesel · AE17 OKB

The 2017 SsangYong Rodius presents a stable and largely positive roadworthiness profile, culminating in a clean pass at its most recent MOT on 29 September 2025 at 60,612 miles. The maintenance trend is clearly improving. A single, minor electrical fault, a non-functioning nearside front headlamp on dipped beam, was identified and rectified during a test on 28 September 2023 at 43,036 miles, with a pass recorded later that same day. Since that point, the vehicle has passed its subsequent two tests without any defects, indicating a period of consistent and attentive upkeep by the current keeper. The recorded mileage of 60,612 miles over approximately nine years equates to an average of roughly 6,735 miles per year, which is typical for this class of large MPV. The annual MOT entries from 2022 to 2025 show a steady and plausible progression in mileage, with no significant gaps or sudden accumulations that would suggest prolonged standing or clocking. The 9,662-mile increase between the September 2024 and September 2025 tests is the largest single-year jump in the record, yet it remains within a credible range for a vehicle used for regular family or long-distance travel. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on the areas flagged in the most recent advisory. The tester noted both the nearside and offside rear tyres were worn close to the legal limit and worn on edge at the September 2025 test. This edge wear pattern is a classic indicator of misaligned tracking or worn rear suspension bushes and should be investigated. Given the vehicle's age and the nature of its use, a thorough check of the rear suspension components, including shock absorbers and trailing arm bushes, is prudent. The clean recent history is encouraging, but the tyre wear suggests a suspension geometry check is overdue.