2005 Ssangyong Rexton 2.7L Diesel · DF05 DKY
2005 Ssangyong Rexton (2.7L, diesel). First registered 05 Jun 2005. Recorded mileage 141,923 miles. MOT expired on 16 May 2023. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- SSANGYONG REXTON
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 16 May 2023
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 141,923 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DF05 DKY Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 06/07/2023
- 141,923 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 10 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DF05 DKY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Ssangyong Rexton (DF05 DKY) between May 2022 and July 2023.
The record contains 1 pass and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 06 July 2023 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting CHASSIS - SEVERAL PLACES (6.1.6 (i) (”; “Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural streng”; “Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle i”.
DF05 DKY Mileage History
- 12/05/2022135,680 mi
- 18/05/2022135,699 mi+19 mi
- 06/07/2023141,923 mi+6,224 mi
Average of roughly 5,426 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for SsangYong (KGM) SsangYong Rexton
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: SSANGYONG REXTON
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- 4WD Vacuum Hub Failure(Moderate)
On older Rexton models (pre-2017), the vacuum seals in the front hubs can perish, preventing 4WD engagement.
- Fuel Injector Seizure(Serious)
On the 2.7L diesel (Mercedes-derived), injectors can seize into the cylinder head, making them extremely difficult to replace.
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