2017 Ssangyong Tivoli 1.6L Petrol · AE17 OKG

The SsangYong Tivoli holds a valid MOT certificate following a pass on 16 March 2026 at 129,330 miles. The maintenance trend over the past three years is broadly stable but punctuated by recurring consumable wear that suggests routine servicing has been reactive rather than proactive. The most recent test initially failed on the same day due to an offside rear outer brake pad worn below 1.5mm and both front tyres worn close to the legal limit, indicating these items were replaced or adjusted immediately before the retest passed. A minor advisory for both front tyres remained on the pass certificate, confirming the new tyres were already wearing unevenly on the inner edges, a common sign of toe misalignment or worn suspension bushes. The vehicle has covered roughly 14,370 miles per year since new, which is high for a nine-year-old compact SUV. The mileage progression is consistent and well-documented, with no suspicious gaps or sudden drops. Between the March 2024 test at 99,800 miles and the March 2026 test at 129,330 miles, the car accumulated just under 30,000 miles in two years, confirming sustained high-mileage use. This level of usage places above-average stress on braking components, suspension joints, tyres, and drivetrain mounts, all of which deserve closer scrutiny during a physical inspection. Buyers should pay particular attention to the front suspension geometry. The repeated appearance of both front tyres wearing on their inner edges, most recently flagged in March 2026, points to possible misaligned tracking or deteriorated suspension bushes and ball joints. A thorough inspection of the front wishbone bushes, track rod ends, and strut top mounts is advisable. The braking system also warrants close examination. The offside rear caliper was binding severely enough in March 2026 to wear the pad below 1.5mm in a short period, which may indicate a sticking caliper piston or collapsed brake hose on that side. The front brake pads were noted as wearing thin in March 2023 at 87,266 miles, and while they were replaced before the 2026 test, the calipers and discs should be checked for uneven wear or corrosion. The advisory for an oil leak recorded in March 2023 at 87,266 miles was not mentioned in subsequent tests, suggesting it may have been rectified. However, a visual check of the engine and gearbox for fresh oil weeping remains prudent, particularly around the cam cover gasket and oil cooler common to this engine. Overall, the MOT record shows a mechanically sound vehicle that has been kept roadworthy but not meticulously maintained. The high annual mileage and recurring tyre and brake wear suggest a pre-purchase inspection focusing on suspension, alignment, and braking components would be a wise precaution.